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    Hungry Healthy Happy » Recipes » Drinks

    Ginger Shot

    Published: Aug 2, 2022 by Dannii · This post may contain affiliate links · 14 Comments

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    Diet: Gluten Free / Low Fat / Vegetarian
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    These Ginger Shots are made with just 4 ingredients and ready in just a couple of minutes. An immune booster shot made with ginger, lemon, honey and water, it's a really concentrated burst of ginger that has anti-inflammatory, immune-boosting, and antioxidant properties. Skip the expensive store bought versions and try making this ginger shot yourself.

    Bottles of ginger shot and lemon halves.

    We used to buy Moju Ginger Shots from the supermarket during the winter months to boost our immune system, but they are very expensive considering they are made with fairly budget friendly ingredients and they take just a couple of minutes to blend up yourself. This copy cat recipe is pretty is spot on and really cheap to make!

    If you are looking for some other drink recipes to give you a pick me up, then why not try our Honey and Lemon Drink, Immune Booster Juice or Green Smoothie?

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    • Why you will love it
    • Ingredients and substitutions
    • How to make ginger shots - Step by step
    • Ginger shot benefits
    • Variations
    • Storage
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Extra tips
    • More ginger recipes
    • Recipe
    • Feedback

    Why you will love it

    • Immune boosting - We talk more about the health benefits of ginger below, but these will give you a pick-me-up when you aren't feeling your best.
    • Cheap - If you buy ginger in bulk, then these ginger shots are really cheap to make. It's worth spending a little more on good honey though.
    • Adaptable - You can adapt the amount of ginger used, depending on how "hot" you like it. The more ginger the better we say.
    • Stores well - This ginger shot recipe stores really well, so we make a big batch and keep them in the fridge to drink throughout the week.

    Ingredients and substitutions

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    • Water - We add this to the ginger shot to thin it out and make it go further. Pure ginger would be a bit to intense, even for us ginger lovers.
    • Lemon - Lemon and ginger is such a delicious combination and the lemon takes a little bit of the heat off. Not to mention having its own nutritional benefits.
    • Ginger - The star of the show. You always want to use fresh ginger and buy it in bulk to make this cheaper.
    • Honey - This is optional, but we always add it. Not only does it add a little sweetness, but we use Manuka honey which has lots of health benefits. More on that below! You can use regular honey though if you prefer.

    A full ingredients list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

    How to make ginger shots - Step by step

    One: Pour the lemon juice into a blender jug.

    A blender jug half filled with lemon juice.

    Two: Add the water, honey and ginger.

    Water, honey and ginger added to the blender.

    Three: Blend until the ginger is as fine as possible.

    A blender with all the ingredients in it.

    Four: Place a nut milk bag, cheese cloth, or muslin over a jug, and empty the ginger mixture into it.

    A nut milk bag over a jug filled with the ginger mixture.

    Five: Squeeze the bag to extract as much juice as possible.

    A hand squeezing juice through a nut milk bag.

    Six: Use a funnel to pour the juice into individual shot bottles.

    Juice being poured into small bottles.

    Ginger shot benefits

    These ginger shots are perfect for helping to give your immune system a boost and fight colds and flu. Ginger contains high levels of gingerol, which has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Ginger has been used for years to help with nausea and indigestion too, which is why I was very familiar with it during pregnancy!

    Ginger can also help to improve brain function, lower blood sugar and prevent heart disease.

    For me personally, drinking on of these every day has made me feel so much more energised. I drink much less coffee and I feel so much better for it. It's also been great for relieving bloating too.

    It's not just the ginger in these immune booster shots that is super nutritious. Lemons are high in vitamin C and fibre and can also help with digestive health. Research shows that eating fruits and vegetables high in vitamin C reduces your risk of heart disease and stroke too.

    Although you can use a regular runny honey in this, we used Manuka honey because it's great for soothing sore throats and it may have antiviral properties. Check out more health benefits of Manuka honey.

    Variations

    There are only 4 ingredients in these ginger shots, however there are a couple of ways that you can adapt it. We used lemon juice to make lemon ginger juice, but you can use lime or orange instead.

    Along with the ginger, you can add some fresh turmeric which is also a potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant.

    If you want this ginger shot really "hot" then you can add a pinch of cayenne to it.

    We used tap water, but you could use coconut water which would give it a nice added flavour and some natural sweetness too.

    A small plastic bottle containing ginger and lemon juice.

    Storage

    If you store these in sealed bottles then they will keep in the fridge for up to a week. We make about 14 bottles at a time and then we have one each a day.

    These are the Little Juice Bottles that we used - they seal tight and are perfect for storage. They are also good for taking things camping as well.

    You can also freeze these as well. Then we like to add a little hot water to them to defrost and enjoy as a warm drink. You can also freeze it in ice cube trays.

    An individual ginger shot with other bottles in the background.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Are there any side effects of too much ginger?

    If you have too much ginger, it can cause heartburn. So don't drink more than one of these shots a day. We tend to only drink these at 2-3 weeks at a time, rather than all through the year.

    What can I used instead of a cheese cloth?

    If you don't have a cheese cloth/nut milk bag, then a muslin or tea towel will work. You could use use a fine mesh sieve.

    What can I do with the leftover pulp?

    After you have squeezed all the juice out of the nut bag, then you are left with some pulp. Don't waste it, as there is lots of goodness in it. You can blend it into smoothies so nothing goes to waste.

    Can I make ginger shots without a blender?

    Yes, you can, but it will take longer. You can grate the ginger and put everything in the nut milk bag and strain.

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    Extra tips

    • Warning - ginger gives a burning sensation when you drink it. These ginger shots are intense, but in a good way.
    • Did you know that you can peel ginger with a teaspoon? We peeled the ginger first, but you don't have to as it all gets strained before serving anyway.
    • You can use ground ginger if you don't have fresh, but fresh is always best. If you don't have a high powered blender, then use ground instead of fresh. If using ground, use 2 teaspoons instead.
    • Add a little apple cider vinegar for extra nutritional benefits.
    • It's best to take your ginger shot first thing in the morning, about 30 minutes before eating.

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    If you’ve tried this ginger shot recipe, then let us know how you got on in the comments below.
    Tag us in your creations on Instagram @hungryhealthyhappy - You can use the hashtag #hungryhealthyhappy too.

    Recipe

    Six bottles of ginger shot next to some lemon halves.

    Ginger Shot

    By: Dannii
    Skip the expensive store bought versions and make this ginger shot yourself. Made with just 4 ingredients and ready in just a couple of minutes.
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: British
    Prep: 5 minutes mins
    Total: 5 minutes mins
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 61kcal
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    Ingredients

    • 100 g (3.5 oz) Fresh ginger - peeled and finely chopped
    • 5 Lemons - juice only
    • 250 ml (1 cups) Water
    • 2 tablespoon Honey

    Instructions

    • Pour the juice of 5 Lemons into a blender jug.
    • Add 250 ml Water, 2 tablespoon Honey and 100 g Fresh ginger.
    • Blend until the ginger is as fine as possible.
    • Place a nut milk bag (or muslin) over a jug, and empty the ginger mixture into it.
    • Squeeze the bag to extract as much juice as possible.
    • Use a funnel to pour the juice into individual shot bottles.

    Notes

    • Warning - ginger gives a burning sensation when you drink it. These ginger shots are intense, but in a good way.
    • Did you know that you can peel ginger with a teaspoon? We peeled the ginger first, but you don't have to as it all gets strained before serving anyway.
    • You can use ground ginger if you don't have fresh, but fresh is always best. If you don't have a high powered blender, then use ground instead of fresh. If using ground, use 2 teaspoons instead.
    • Add a little apple cider vinegar for extra nutritional benefits.
    • It's best to take your ginger shot first thing in the morning, about 30 minutes before eating.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1portion | Calories: 61kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 197mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

     

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    Comments

    1. Tara

      August 05, 2022 at 8:48 pm

      5 stars
      Oh, wow, I've been buying this immune booster juice from the store not knowing that it could be made so easily at home! Just 4 ingredients and so simple! Thank you!

      Reply
    2. Sharon

      August 05, 2022 at 6:28 pm

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      Brilliant! These little beauties are going to be on repeat this fall when the sickies start circulating. What a wonderful form of natural defense! Thanks for sharing this. Can't wait to get the cute little bottles.

      Reply
    3. Janessa

      August 05, 2022 at 6:11 pm

      5 stars
      I had no idea making my own Ginger Shots was this easy! Great to know heading into cold and flu season.

      Reply
    4. Mirlene

      August 05, 2022 at 6:10 pm

      5 stars
      Making my own saves me more money! I usually take it without honey but adding it will make it more sweeter!

      Reply
    5. Dee

      August 04, 2022 at 6:34 pm

      5 stars
      Such a great idea to take a natural and holistic approach to boosting immunity!

      Reply
    6. cyndy

      August 04, 2022 at 5:37 pm

      5 stars
      Such a great idea and it saves soooo much money. I added turmeric to mine, as well. Thanks for the tips!

      Reply
    7. Kathleen

      August 04, 2022 at 4:55 pm

      5 stars
      What a great ginger shot. Good for you and easy to make. I appreciate your tips too. I think I'll add apple cider vinegar to mine.

      Reply
    8. Savita

      August 04, 2022 at 4:46 pm

      5 stars
      Such an amazing recipe, love how easy it is to make these ginger shots.

      Reply
    9. Suja MD

      August 04, 2022 at 4:42 pm

      5 stars
      One of my favorites! These looks absolutely great! can't wait to try!

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    10. Tayler Ross

      August 04, 2022 at 4:24 pm

      5 stars
      I've been buying something similar at the grocery store, but they're so expensive! These shots taste way better and they're so easy to make. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    11. Andrea

      August 04, 2022 at 3:54 pm

      I'm going to try this. I've been trying to get more ginger into my diet. Thanks!

      Reply
    12. Alison Saalbach Corey

      August 04, 2022 at 3:39 pm

      This is an amazing recipe! Thanks, Dannii for sharing this!

      Reply
    13. Toni

      August 04, 2022 at 2:57 pm

      5 stars
      I love how quick and easy this is to make!

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    14. Dana

      August 04, 2022 at 2:47 pm

      5 stars
      These are awesome! Going to be doing shots of these regularly—flu season is upon us!

      Reply

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