Pineapple Ginger Wellness Drink

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6–8

Ingredients

• 3 cups fresh pineapple, peeled and chopped
• 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
• 5 cups water
• Juice of 2 fresh lemons
• 2–3 tbsp honey, optional
• ½ tsp ground turmeric, optional
• Pinch of black pepper, optional
• 1 small cinnamon stick, optional

Instructions

1. Peel the pineapple and cut it into small chunks.
2. Peel and thinly slice the fresh ginger.
3. Add pineapple, ginger, and 3 cups water to a blender.
4. Blend for 45–60 seconds until completely smooth.
5. Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a saucepan.
6. Add the remaining 2 cups water and cinnamon stick, if using.
7. Heat gently for 10–15 minutes. Avoid a hard boil.
8. Remove from the heat and allow it to cool slightly.
9. Stir in lemon juice, turmeric, black pepper, and honey if desired.
10. Strain once more for a smoother drink.
11. Pour into clean bottles and refrigerate until cold.
12. Shake well before serving and pour into a small glass or regular drinking glass.

Storage

Keep refrigerated in a clean, tightly sealed bottle and use within 2–3 days.