Blackberry Ginger Switchel Recipe
This riff on old-fashioned switchel uses fresh ginger instead of powdered, and it includes plenty of blackberries, which give the drink a gorgeous pink color and a vibrant, summery flavor. Serve it over ice with a sprig of mint.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 67kcal
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- Fine-mesh Sieve
Ingredients
Ingredients
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 (2-inch) knob of fresh ginger root (peeled and chopped)
- 2 cups blackberries
- 8 cups water
- pinch finely ground real salt
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Turn down the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 15 minutes. Mash the softened berries into the liquid, and continue simmering for another 5 minutes.
- Strain the switchel, discarding the solids. Refrigerate overnight. Serve cold over ice.
Nutrition
Calories: 67kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 97mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 103IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 0.4mg