Classic Switchel

Ingredients

• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup Molasses
• 1 tablespoon Crushed ginger
• 1 teaspoon Cardamom powder
• 4 pieces Cloves
• 1 inch crushed cinnamon
• as needed for serving Sparkling

Steps

1. Make a checklist. keep all ingredients close by.
2. Combine apple cider vinegar, molasses, ginger, cardamom, and cloves in a glass bottle. Mix well and seal tightly with a lid. Refrigerate for 5 days to let the flavors infuse.
3. To serve, pour 2 -4 tablespoons of the mixture into a glass and top with sparkling water. Adjust the sweetness to your liking, and consider straining out the spices before serving for a smoother drink. May be served warm or chilled
4. Tip You can refrigerate the apple cider molasses ginger and etc as lon as you want weekw, months or even years.
5. Variation: Add sliced fruit (like lemon, orange, or apple), fresh herbs (such as mint, basil, or rosemary), or warming spices (like cinnamon sticks, cloves, or cardamom pods) along with the vinegar, sweetener, and ginger in step one. Let them steep in the mixture to infuse flavor—anywhere from a few hours to several days, depending on how bold you’d like the flavor. If using fresh fruits or herbs, straining them out after a couple of days will help extend the shelf life. =
6. Whether in the warmer months or the cooler ones, apple cider vinegar beverages offer both comfort and function—supporting digestion, boosting vitality, and creating small rituals of wellness that fit any season. They also make thoughtful, health-inspired gifts during the holidays—bottled with care, shared with friends, or served at festive gatherings.