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Refreshing apple cider vinegar drink in a clear glass with ice and apple slices.

Ultimate Apple Cider Vinegar Drink Recipe

Boost wellness with this unique Apple Cider Vinegar Drink concentrate. Pineapple, honey, and spices are macerated with raw ACV for a gut-friendly, flavorful elixir. Stores for weeks, perfect for daily health support.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 drinks
Course: Drinks
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup pineapple chunks or ½ cup 100% pineapple juice
  • 2 Tablespoon raw honey or pure maple syrup
  • 2 to 4 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar adjust to taste
  • 2 leaves fresh mint chopped, plus extra to garnish
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger optional
  • 1 to 2 Tablespoons lime juice
  • 6 to 12 ounces sparkling water to taste
  • crushed ice Optional, to garnish
  • sliced lime Optional, to garnish

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • blender
  • airtight bottle or jar
  • glass

Method
 

Phase 1: Macerate & Combine Your Flavor Base
  1. If you're using fresh pineapple chunks, begin by combining the pineapple chunks, raw honey (or pure maple syrup), apple cider vinegar, chopped mint leaves, cayenne powder, ground turmeric, grated ginger (if using), and lime juice in a bowl. Macerate this mixture for at least 30 minutes, or ideally overnight, in the refrigerator. This resting period allows the flavors to truly meld and deepen, extracting maximum essence from the pineapple and spices. If you're using pineapple juice, simply whisk all these ingredients (minus the sparkling water, ice, and sliced lime) directly until well combined.
Phase 2: Blend (if using pineapple chunks)
  1. After the maceration, if you used pineapple chunks, transfer the entire mixture from the bowl into a blender. Blend until completely combined and smooth. This creates the rich, concentrated base of your drink.
Phase 3: Store Your Concentrate
  1. Carefully pour the concentrated mixture into an airtight bottle or jar. Store this vibrant base in the refrigerator for up to 6 weeks.
Phase 4: Serve & Enjoy
  1. When you're ready to indulge, simply pour a portion of the concentrate into a glass. Add sparkling water – I recommend starting with 6 ounces and adjusting to your taste for desired dilution and fizz. For ultimate refreshment, serve over plenty of crushed ice. Garnish with fresh lime slices and a sprig of mint.

Notes

Always taste concentrate before storing to adjust. Maceration is key for flavor. Use fresh ingredients, serve cold with ice and garnish. Store in an airtight glass jar in the fridge for up to 6 weeks. Avoid pasteurized ACV and adding sparkling water early.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.