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Apple Cider Vinegar and Honey Shot

Cheryl Malik
Cheryl Malik Posted: 12/02/19 Updated: 03/01/22
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This apple cider vinegar and honey shot is a tasty, super-powerful elixir that can aid digestion, help with allergies, ward off sickness, rev up metabolism and more. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you’ll love making this apple cider vinegar honey tonic part of your daily wellness routine!

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Why This Recipe Is So Good!

  • A really easy healthy shot to make with just 3 ingredients, but it comes with so many health benefits.
  • It boosts your metabolism, can aid digestion and can even help with allergies.
  • It actually tastes really good! It’s a great drink to add to your daily routine.

How to Make This Healthy Shot

  1. Whisk the warm water into the honey until combined. Stir in ACV and cinnamon.
  2. Stir in the apple cider vinegar and cinnamon.
  3. Shoot!

Recipe Variations

Start with 1 tablespoon of warm water to make it a true “shot.” Add up to 4 tablespoons water to make it less intense, more of an elixir than a shot.

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Ingredients

  • Raw honey: Raw honey is a great source of antioxidants as well as containing antibacterial and anti-fungal properties. It can help digestive issues and soothe a soar throat.
  • Apple cider vinegar: Lowers blood sugar levels and is proven to help you lose weight. It can kill many types of harmful bacteria and can lower cholesterol and improve heart health.
  • Cinnamon: Lowers blood sugar levels and has anti-inflammatory properties. It contains antioxidants and can reduce the risk of heart disease

Why are Apple Cider Vinegar and Honey so Good Together?

Apple cider vinegar and honey drinks have been used as a natural home remedy for many ailments for years. It is a natural healing elixer with antibiotic properties and can help to alkaline your body. Other benefits include:

  • Weight loss
  • Alleviating seasonal allergies
  • Improving heart health

You can read more about these health benefits here.

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What Is the Best Honey to Use in This Recipe?

It’s best to use raw honey as it’s unprocessed and contains more beneficial nutrients. Regular honey can undergo a variety of different types of processing which can reduce the levels of antioxidants.

Buying local honey can also be more beneficial for you. It contains local pollen which help to reduce seasonal pollen allergies.

Chef’s Tips

  • Use warm, not boiling, water when you mix the honey.
  • Use apple cider vinegar with ‘the Mother’ for the best health benefits.
  • Use raw honey, and local if you can.
  • If preferred, you can dilute the taste with a few more tablespoons of water.
  • Drink immediately.
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4.80 from 29 votes

Apple Cider Vinegar and Honey Shot

Prep:5 minutes minutes
Cook:0 minutes minutes
Total:5 minutes minutes
This apple cider vinegar and honey shot is a tasty, super powerful elixir that can aid digestion, help with allergies, ward off sickness, rev up metabolism and more.
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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon honey preferably raw and local
  • 1 tablespoon warm water  plus more as desired
  • 1 tablespoon raw apple cider vinegar with “the Mother”
  • 1 dash ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • Small bowl or glass
  • Whisk

Instructions 

  • Whisk warm water into honey until combined.
  • Stir in the apple cider vinegar and cinnamon.
  • Shoot!

Notes

  • Recipe is best when consumed immediately but can be made in advance and kept up to 5 days. Refrigerate in an airtight container and shake or stir well before drinking.
 
Recipe yields 1 shot.
Nutritional values shown are general guidelines and reflect information for 1 shot using the ingredients shown. Actual macros may vary slightly depending on specific brands and types of ingredients used.
To determine the weight of one serving, prepare the recipe as instructed. Weigh the finished recipe, then divide the weight of the finished recipe (not including the weight of the container the food is in) by 1. Result will be the weight of one serving.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1shot, Calories: 69kcal, Carbohydrates: 18g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 1g, Sodium: 2mg, Potassium: 26mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 17g, Vitamin A: 3IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 13mg, Iron: 1mg, Net Carbs: 17g

Number of total servings shown is approximate. Actual number of servings will depend on your preferred portion sizes.

 

Nutritional values shown are general guidelines and reflect information for 1 serving using the ingredients listed, not including any optional ingredients. Actual macros may vary slightly depending on specific brands and types of ingredients used.

 

To determine the weight of one serving, prepare the recipe as instructed. Weigh the finished recipe, then divide the weight of the finished recipe (not including the weight of the container the food is in) by the desired number of servings. Result will be the weight of one serving.

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Cheryl Malik is the recipe developer, writer, and photographer behind the healthy, flavorful, family friendly recipes at 40 Aprons. She's been a blogger for 10+ years and is known for her delicious recipes and detailed recipe instructions. Cheryl is a mom of three who lives in Memphis, TN.

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  1. NK says

    Posted on 5/31/23 at 9:47 am

    Amazing! Loved it! I used the recommended portion sizes and used Manuka honey (which may be pasteurized…but tastes wonderful). Will definitely keep this in the rotation.5 stars

    Reply
    • Jessica | 40 Aprons Team says

      Posted on 6/1/23 at 2:25 pm

      So glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Robin says

    Posted on 5/5/23 at 10:30 am

    Is this taken morning or night?5 stars

    Reply
    • Megan | 40 Aprons TeamMegan | 40 Aprons Team says

      Posted on 5/5/23 at 11:45 am

      Whenever you feel the need and works best in your schedule!

      Reply
  3. Tracy Paxton says

    Posted on 4/17/23 at 11:58 am

    I’ve seen other recipes that require 1 tsp of raw honey to 1 tbsp of acv….rather than 1 TBS of honey…..do you add more for taste or can we use less than that?5 stars

    Reply
    • Megan | 40 Aprons TeamMegan | 40 Aprons Team says

      Posted on 4/17/23 at 10:50 pm

      You’re welcome to adjust the recipe to fit your needs and preferences. We prefer the flavor using 1 tablespoon honey, plus you get more of the benefits (antioxidants, throat soothing, etc.) from 1 tablespoon honey than you would using only 1 teaspoon.

      Reply
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