Apple-Molasses Switchel

Makes about 1 2/3 cups, enough for about 25 drinks
Time 4 hrs 10 min
Apple-Molasses Switchel

Vinegar-based beverages were a popular refreshment in the days before store-bought sodas. This ginger-infused “switchel” is a type of syrup that might classically be mixed with soda water, but it’s also great with lemon soda or a splash of rum. Watch our video.

Special Diets:

Dairy FreeDairy Free
Gluten FreeGluten Free
Low SodiumLow Sodium
VeganVegan
VegetarianVegetarian
Low FatLow Fat

Ingredients

    1 cupcider vinegar
    3/4 cupmolasses
    2 tablespoonsfinely chopped fresh ginger
    Ice cubes for serving
    Sparkling water, lemon soda or flat water for serving
    Lime wedges for serving

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Method

Combine vinegar, molasses and ginger in a jar with a tight-fitting lid.


Shake well and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 2 days.


Strain out ginger, rinse jar and pour mixture back into it.


Switchel will keep in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.


To serve, fill each glass half full with ice, pour in about 1 tablespoon of the switchel, and top off with sparkling water.


Garnish with a lime wedge.

Nutritional Info

Serving Size

1 tablespoon syrup

Calories

35

Total Fat

0g

Saturated Fat

0g

Cholesterol

0mg

Sodium

0mg

Total Carbohydrate

9g

Dietary Fiber

0g

Total Sugars

7g

Protein

0g

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