Start your day with a burst of energy and a boost to your immune system with these invigorating ginger, turmeric, and lemon shots. Packed with natural antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties, this vibrant elixir will not only tantalize your taste buds but also contribute to your overall well-being.
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This recipe requires no juicer. Simple and very quick to make with just a blender, a food processor, or even a hand mixer.
🥘Ingredients needed for wellness shots
There are just a few ingredients that you will need for this recipe but you may use as many as you wish and customise to your liking.
- ginger - use fresh organic as much as possible
- turmeric - use fresh organic one too if you can
- oranges - only peeled
- grapefruit - take all the bitter skin off in between the segments
- water - use mineral or bottled good quality water (definitely not tap water)
- salt - I always use Celtic, kosher or Himalayan salt
- lemon - find organic unwaxed lemon so you can use the whole fruit
- black pepper - this is a must-use ingredient so that you get the full range of benefits from the turmeric
- cayenne pepper - I know it sounds a bit crazy but you will not even feel this - the benefits are great though
See the recipe card below for more precise quantities.
🔪How to make turmeric shots
- Preparation:
- Wash and peel the turmeric and ginger roots and all the remaining ingredients.
- Chop them into smaller pieces for easier blending.
- Blending:
- In a blender, combine turmeric, lemon, grapefruit, ginger, and water.
- Blend until it looks pretty smooth.
- Straining:
- Strain the mixture using a fine mesh, a sieve, or a cheesecloth to extract the liquid.
- Discard the pulp or save it for other recipes.
- Add Lemon and Sweetener:
- Here at this stage, you do this if you choose to use any - I personally do not use any sweetener.
- Seasoning:
- Add a pinch of black pepper to enhance the bioavailability of turmeric.
- Consistency:
- If the mixture is too concentrated, dilute with water to your liking.
Step 1 - Gather the ingredients, wash, peel, chop.
Step 2 - Add all the ingredients into a blender.
Step 3 - Add the water and whizz for 1 minute or so.
Step 4 - Strain the mixture through a colander.
Step 5 - Bottle it and refrigerate.
Hint: do not fill the blender up, just like I did as you will ask for trouble and some afterwards cleaning. 😀 Do it in two or more batches if necessary.
💞Substitutions
- Water - instead of water, you can use coconut water or homemade almond milk.
- Grapefruit - use any other fruit you may like if grapefruit isn't your thing. I add berries like blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries. Yummy!
- Cayenne pepper - you may think the cayenne pepper will make this wellness elixir spicy. No, it doesn't unless you use a lot more.
You may add some sweetness to it if you wish, although I do not recommend it. If you insist, add some honey, dates, or maple syrup.
🤹♂️Variations
- Make it more nutritious - add chia seeds or flax and nuts.
- Make it sweet - add honey, agave, or maple syrup, or simply add some dates when blending if you wish this to be a little sweet.
- Kids friendly - add less spicy ingredients (black pepper or cayenne pepper) and I would probably add some honey for some extra sweetness but also benefits and to make this more drinkable for them. My kids love it without but they are used to it as they have had it all their life and prefer it without.
📦 How to store ginger and turmeric shots
- Store the ginger lemon and turmeric shots in glass containers (jars, bottles) with a tight-fitting lid.
- Keep refrigerated for up to one week when it's time for a new batch.
‼️ Facts
Here are a few facts about the ingredients in these wellness shots:
- Turmeric:
- Contains curcumin, known for its amazing anti-inflammatory properties.
- It is super rich in antioxidants.
- Ginger:
- Aids digestion and reduces nausea.
- Contains gingerol with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.
- Lemon:
- High in vitamin C, promoting a healthy immune system.
- Adds a refreshing citrus flavor.
- Cayenne pepper:
- Cayenne pepper is known for its potential to boost metabolism and aid in weight loss due to its capsaicin content.
- It may have anti-inflammatory properties and provide cardiovascular benefits when incorporated into a balanced diet.
❓FAQs
Yes, you can substitute fresh with 1-2 tablespoons of turmeric and ginger powder, adjusting to your own taste.
Yes, black pepper enhances the absorption of curcumin in turmeric so add if you want to benefit the most from this wonderful and powerful ingredient. Black pepper can help boost the absorption of turmeric by as much as 2,000%. Yes, it is right, 2,000%! (source)
Only if consumed within hours. If not, I strongly recommend to store in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage.
While these shots have many health benefits, it's advisable to consult a healthcare professional for personalized advice.
Adjust honey to taste, but be mindful of added sugars. Adding any form of sweetener is optional and can be omitted. I personally never add any.
With all the given quantities, it is not. Of course, if you increase the ginger, black pepper, or cayenne pepper amounts, it might get a bit spicy.
Enjoy the invigorating benefits of these turmeric ginger lemon shots as a daily wellness ritual!
🫚More ginger and turmeric recipes
Looking for other turmeric and ginger recipes? Try these:
Why not use ginger and turmeric in desserts too
- Apple carrot and zucchini cake with ginger and turmeric
- Gluten-Free Organic Turmeric And Ginger Cookies
- Carrot Cake With Walnuts
- Banana, Ginger And Walnut Cake
- I love adding ginger and turmeric to my Hollandaise Sauce too!
Let's dive into the refreshing world of health with this simple yet powerful concoction.
Please leave a 5-star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 rating in the recipe card below and/or a review in the comment section further down the page if you have made this recipe and liked it. Thanks for stopping by!
🍹Turmeric Ginger Lemon Shots
Equipment
- 1 blender
- 1 chopping board
- 1 knife
- 8 bottles 250 ml each
Ingredients
- 3-4 pieces turmeric root(100g /3.5 oz) preferably organic
- 3-4 pieces ginger root organic
- 1 large lemon organic and unwaxed
- 1 large orange
- ½ large grapefruit slik removed
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 litre mineral water
- ⅙ teaspoon Celtic salt
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients, wash, peel and chop.
- Place all the ingredients in the blender.
- Give it all a good whizz.
- Strain the juice and bottle in your favorite bottles. I have special bottles just for this.
- Refrigerate and consume within a week.
Sue Grubac says
How many ounces of ginger? Would it be equal ginger and turmeric?
Ramona says
Hi Sue,
I am sorry for not being able to get back to you earlier, I was away, but back and focussed now 😉
Thank you so much for your patience and for stopping by.
With ginger, it is discretionary as it's quice spicy so add as much or as little as you like or your taste buds tolerate, it really depends on personal preference - I normally add a good chunk but I do love ginger.
Many thanks once again,
Ramona
Wendy says
Can I use kiwi fruit .. I have everything apart from lemon at home is this ok ?
Ramona says
Hi Wendy, you certainly can, but the benefits, textute, taste won’t be quite the same. If you could get some lemons, that would be ideal! I also can’t say for sure how kiwi will affect the drink’s shelf life in the fridge, as it’s quite different from lemon. But if you give it a try, I’d love to hear how it turns out!
Lauri says
I had to use powder turmeric and wasn't sure how much, so I went on the lesser side just in case.
Is there a reason why you have to strain and de-pulp, or can you make it a pulp drink? .... and... I did and it was still delish. Just think there are benefits to the pulp 😊
Ramona says
Hey Lauri
Thank you so much for stopping by. Yes, turmeric powder is as good if you don’t have fresh one. Organic even better if you have the option. I normally use the pulp for breakfast Banana bites or banana bread ( https://www.ramonascuisine.com/sugar-free-banana-bread/ ) or add it to my cereal, smoothies. I strain it because my kids have it as well and they don’t really love the pulp but for myself and hubby I leave the pulp and just shake the bottle before having it. Absolutely!! there is a lot of fibre in there too, I never waste it. ❤️❤️
Anna-Louise Raasig Abbott says
Hi
Thank you for this recipe, which I want to try. Just a couple of questions.
Can I use an additional orange (so total 2) instead of the grapefruit?
What size shot glass, or rather how many ml are in your shot glass? Mine is about 25ml.
At what time of day should one drink these?
Thank you so much in advance.
Thank you in advance.
Ramona says
Hi Anna-Louise,
Thanks for stopping by! Of course you can substitute the grapefruit for orange(s). There is no right or wrong as long as you add the trio (ginger-turmeric-black pepper). You can certainly customise the rest as you wish. Please do let me know how you liked it. I normally have the shot first thing in the morning before anything else but you may take it any time you like in between meals, before a meal etc.
Anna-Louise Raasig Abbott says
Thank you so much for your help. How much is in one shot (let's face it, everybody has different ideas of a shots size 😂).
Ramona says
Hey Anna-Louise
I normally have 100 ml or just about but it all depends on how diluted I make it as sometimes I add more oranges or water but I would shtick to 3 oz or 100 ml. Thanks a great shot size. I hope this helps.
Jason baxter says
Its certainly a good boost and tastes really good , where are the oranges in the recipe list 🙂
Ramona says
Hey Jason, Thanks for stopping by! The orange is mentioned everywhere - in the ingredient list, in the instruction, everywhere 😉
Ramona says
Oops, let me check! Thanks Jason.
Molly Kumar says
We love immunity shots snd this looks so delicious and healthy. Big fan of using spices in our daily juice drinks snd saving this to make soon.
Jordan says
I LOVE these types of healthy "shots!" I've never tried making the ginger turmeric combo at home until now. This is so much less expensive than getting it from a juice bar! Definitely keeping this handy for winter months.
Bernice says
Amazing! They taste just like the lemon ginger shots they sell at our local Costco. Cost wise - it's actually cheaper to make them at home. Thank you for this excellent and useful recipe!
Jamie says
I've been having this turmeric ginger lemon shot every morning and it gives me so much energy! I love the bit of spice from the cayenne too!
Moop Brown says
These turmeric shots seem very healthy and energizing and like a great drink to start the morning off with.
Katie Crenshaw says
These tumeric, ginger, lemon shots taste great! Love all the health benefits from this!
Carrie Robinson says
This is such a great idea! 🙂 So much healthy stuff packed into one drink. Perfect for keeping the germs away.
Loreto and Nicoletta says
Lately my joints have been sore along with my muscles. I definitely need to give this a shot. So easy and a great fesh start to the day. Thank you for sharing vould not have come at a better time!
Cheers!
Lori | The Kitchen Whisperer says
Oh this sounds divine! Adding turmeric to my grocery list. I actually grow the citrus and am always looking for a new way to use it up. I can't wait to try this!
Ramona says
Thank you Lori. It is so cool you are growing your own citrus. 😉
Amy Liu Dong says
This is my first time trying this drink recipe. I made this and it was so good. I will add this as part of my morning routine!
Maria says
I tried it is amazing, it gave a boost. Will surely be making more. Thanks for the recipe, I Love it💖🙂
Ramona says
Thank you so much for stopping by and for your feedback dear Maria. I am very happy you also loved it. You can add other ingredients too! Thanks lovely and have a wonderful day and I know that if you drink this turmeric and ginger shots you will have a wonderful and energetic day indeed!!