Switchel (Haymaker's Punch) — FarmPal

Fermenting recipe yielding 1 gallon. Stores for 2 weeks refrigerated.

Method
fermenting
Yield
1 gallon
Storage
2 weeks refrigerated
Difficulty
beginner

Ingredients

  • •1 gallon filtered water
  • •1/2 cup raw apple cider vinegar
  • •1/2 cup raw honey or maple syrup
  • •1/4 cup fresh ginger, grated
  • •Juice of 2 lemons (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1Grate ginger finely
  2. 2Combine all ingredients in gallon jar
  3. 3Stir until honey dissolves
  4. 4Refrigerate 24-48 hours for flavors to meld
  5. 5For fermented version: leave at room temp 2-3 days
  6. 6Will become lightly fizzy if left to ferment
  7. 7Strain out ginger before serving
  8. 8Serve cold over ice
  9. 9Traditional electrolyte drink for farm workers
  10. 10Adjust sweetness and vinegar to taste