How to Make Your Own Ginger Shots (Plus Why They’re So Good for You)

🧡 What You’ll Need

Here’s the recipe I make at home — it’s easy, tastes great, and keeps well:

Ingredients:

• ~100g fresh ginger

  • If you keep the skin on, wash it really well

• 1 peeled orange

• 1 peeled lemon

• 10–14 turns of black pepper (from a grinder)

• 1 tsp turmeric

• 2 tbsp honey

• ~500ml water

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.

2. Pour the mix through a fine sieve or strainer to keep only the juice.

3. Store the strained juice in a bottle in the fridge — it lasts about 5–6 days.

4. If you want even longer storage, pour some into ice cube trays — frozen ginger shot cubes last about 2 weeks and are great in tea.

5. Don’t toss the leftover pulp! You can use it in muffins or other baking for extra flavour and nutrients.

**You can always adjust the measurements if you want it to be milder, but if you want the full effect, I suggest these. **

**If you don't have a strong blender, you can also juice the lemon and the orange and add them to your little blender in a liquid form. **

💪 Why Ginger Shots Are Worth It

Fresh ginger shots aren’t a miracle cure, but they do have real benefits backed by research — especially when you use them as part of a generally healthy lifestyle.

🌿 Immune Support

Ginger has antiviral and antibacterial properties that help keep your immune system functioning well — especially during seasonal changes or stressful periods. Adding citrus (like lemon and orange) increases vitamin C and antioxidants at the same time.

🧠 Anti-Inflammatory & Antioxidant Boost

Compounds in ginger (like gingerol) and turmeric (curcumin) have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, which may help reduce chronic inflammation and support overall well-being.

🍋 Digestion & Gut Comfort

Ginger is widely recognized for its digestive benefits. It can help ease bloating, promote gut motility, and even alleviate nausea. Lemon and orange add more digestive benefits and a refreshing taste.

🩺 Other Possible Perks

Some research suggests ginger may aid blood sugar control, support cardiovascular health (like cholesterol and blood flow), and even help with appetite or weight management.

⚠️ Important Cautions (Before You Sip Every Morning)

Ginger shots are generally safe for most people, but there are situations where you should be careful — especially because these shots are very concentrated:

• Medication interactions — Ginger can act as a mild blood thinner and may affect blood sugar. If you take blood thinners, diabetes meds, or blood pressure medications, talk to your doctor before making ginger shots a habit.

  Sensitive stomach — Drinking a strong ginger shot on an empty stomach can irritate some people or cause heartburn or gastric discomfort. Start with small amounts to see how your body reacts.

• Allergies & conditions — If you’re allergic to ginger or turmeric, or have conditions like gallbladder issues or stomach ulcers, check with a healthcare provider first

🗓 When to Drink Them

There’s no perfect time, but many people enjoy ginger shots:

• in the morning for an energising start

• after a long travel day

• when you feel a cold coming on

• before exercise or with tea cubes on cold days

• The key is to enjoy them consistently but in moderation.

📌 Final Thought

Making your own ginger shots at home is one of the cheapest and most natural ways to up your intake of anti-inflammatory, immune-friendly ingredients — and you control exactly what goes in them. Store them in the fridge or freeze in cubes so you always have a healthy boost at hand.

They’re not a magic potion, but they are a simple habit that can make you feel a little more Almost Fancy — without the hefty price tag or fancy packaging. ✨