Discover a Drink: Nature’s Gatorade (Switchel)
Posted on April 10, 2025
Your Skin Friend shared a refreshing drink on X, calling it a healthy soda alternative: Switchel, or as we’ll call it, Drink Switchel. This historical beverage has been hydrating farmers since the 17th century.
What is Drink Switchel?
Switchel, dubbed Nature’s Gatorade, is a mix of apple cider vinegar, ginger, a sweetener like maple syrup or honey, and water. It’s a hydrating drink with a sweet-tart-spicy profile, packed with potassium, magnesium, and probiotics.
How to Make Drink Switchel (Switchel)
Ingredients (Serves 4):
- 4 cups water
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
- Optional: 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions:
- Boil 1 cup of water with the grated ginger for 5 minutes to release its flavor.
- Remove from heat, then add the remaining 3 cups of water, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, and lemon juice (if using).
- Stir well and let it cool. Strain out the ginger if preferred.
- Pour into a glass bottle and refrigerate. Serve cold over ice or warm it up for a soothing drink.
Pro tip: Dilute with sparkling water for a fizzy twist, as suggested by Simply Recipes.
Try Drink Switchel as a natural hydration booster—perfect for post-workout or a hot day!
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