Fire Cider Recipe

Fire cider is a traditional herbal tonic made by infusing apple cider vinegar with a blend of spicy, immune-boosting ingredients like garlic, ginger, onions, horseradish, and hot peppers, often sweetened with honey.

Course Beverage

Cuisine American

Keyword How to make Fire Cider, What is Fire Cider, What is Fire Cider used for

Prep Time 30

Infusion Time 45

Total Time 45 30

Servings

Calories 7kcal

Author Evelyn Osborn

Equipment

Ingredients

2 lemons chopped with peels
2 Limes chopped with peels
1 orange chopped with peels
½ cup ginger root peeled and chopped
1 cup fresh cranberries
2 jalapeños stem removed and chopped
2 heads garlic peeled
½ cup turmeric root chopped
1 whole purple onion chopped
¼ cup horseradish crushed
4 sprigs rosemary
1 Tablespoon black peppercorns
16 ounce jar Apple Cider Vinegar with the mother

Instructions

Prepare Ingredients: Chop the lemon, lime, orange, peppers and onion. Separate the garlic cloves and peel, leaving them whole. Peel and chop the turmeric and ginger root. Grate the horseradish. Measure out the peppercorns and cut 3-4 rosemary springs. Layer all ingredients (except vinegar) in a clean 1-quart glass jar.
Add Vinegar: Carefully pour the apple cider vinegar over the ingredients until the jar is full, leaving about 1/4-inch headspace. Use a canning bubble remover/popper to remove all air pockets and bubbles. Ensure all ingredients are fully submerged. If using a metal lid, place a piece of parchment paper between the lid and jar to prevent corrosion from the vinegar
Infuse: Seal the jar tightly and store it in a cool, dark place for 4-6 weeks. Shake the jar gently once a day to mix the ingredients.
Strain: After 4-6 weeks, strain the mixture through cheesecloth or a fine mesh strainer into a clean bowl or jar, pressing the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
Bottle and Store: Use a funnel to pour the fire cider into clean glass bottles. Store in the refrigerator for up to 12 months or in a cool, dark pantry for 6-8 months.

Notes

Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluted by the FDA. They do not intend to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or illness. Please contact your healthcare practitioner if you taking medication, pregnant or breastfeeding.

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