Description
Haymaker’s Punch is a revitalizing beverage that combines the tang of apple cider vinegar with the sweetness of honey or maple syrup, a hint of spice from ginger, and a touch of citrus from lemon. This traditional drink, also known as switchel, is a refreshing thirst-quencher with a kick. Perfect for staying hydrated and energized on a hot day.
Ingredients
Scale
Base:
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
- 4 cups cold water
- pinch of salt
Optional:
- pinch of cayenne or dash of cinnamon
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large pitcher or jar, whisk together apple cider vinegar, honey, grated ginger, lemon juice, and salt until well combined.
- Add Water: Pour in cold water and stir to mix thoroughly.
- Adjust Flavor: Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or acidity if needed.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve: Stir well and pour over ice into glasses. Enjoy!
Notes
- Haymaker’s Punch, or switchel, was a favored drink among farmers for its hydrating properties.
- To intensify the ginger flavor, steep it in hot water before preparing the punch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
