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Nicole O.
July 13, 2018
I grabbed some ginger at the store yesterday and made two quart jars of this. I'm already hooked!! I may want to try it in seltzer next time.
Wayne M.
July 8, 2018
Apple cider vinegar and switchel are both tried and true Vermont mainstays still used today. My neighbor drinks a glass of spring water each day with a dash of apple cider vinegar and honey or maple syrup added and credits that for his health and energy at age 78. Years ago Dr. Wm Jarvis wrote a useful book called 'Vermont Folk Medicine' extolling the virtues of honey, maple syrup and apple cider vinegar in dealing with common ailments. Medicine that sure goes down easy.
Linda C.
July 8, 2018
I want to try it, but how do you get the honey to dissolve in cool water??
Halli
July 9, 2018
I've actually only made a raw honey version even though I use maple syrup in basically everything else that calls for honey. I usually mix it with the apple cider vinegar in the jar first so that the acid helps it dissolve before adding the water, and it's worked fine with a lot of stirring once the water is added. Maple syrup dissolves fine into room temperature liquids with normal stirring. Can't believe I haven't tried it with maple syrup yet!
Valerio F.
July 9, 2018
Yes, maple syrup is definitely the way to go! As for the dissolving question, a vigorous stir does the trick, however, maple will always dissolve easier.
FrugalCat
July 5, 2018
Didn't they used to drink this in Little House On the Prairie?
Halli
July 9, 2018
I've read that the "ginger water" was actually switchel, but I can't bring myself to give up the "ginger water" as being switchel, even though I'm sure they drank that too and I drink it myself! Somehow I need it to be exactly as I read it ;)
Sarah C.
July 4, 2018
Sorry could not fix shameful spelling. White Modena vinigar makes a damn good switchel. Stevia is a good sweetener for it.
Sarah C.
July 4, 2018
Trader joe’s Has some excellent write vinegar of Modena thatmahes an excellent switcher.vstevia mixes well with it.
BerryBaby
July 3, 2018
Apple cider vinegar has been used in my family for as long as I can remember. My grandmother used it in everything. My dad would drink it mixed with water everyday. Mom used it in cooking and salads were only dressed with the vinegar, oil, a clove of garlic and a touch of salt.
It’s one item you will always find in my pantry.
It’s one item you will always find in my pantry.
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