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Ginger Turmeric Shots Recipe in a Blender

These blender-made ginger turmeric shots are quick, affordable, and full of anti-inflammatory goodness. Made with apple (or apple juice), fresh ginger, cinnamon, turmeric, and a touch of black pepper, they require no juicer and are ready in about 10 minutes. The apple base keeps the flavor mellow and slightly sweet, making these shots pleasant to sip or to transform into a sparkling mocktail.

Three glass jars with an orange turmeric juice next to fresh ginger and ground turmeric.

Making your own ginger turmeric shots at home not only saves money compared to store-bought wellness shots, but using fresh ingredients also preserves more of the active compounds that support inflammation control and overall wellness.

Paired with sparkling water or ginger ale, these shots make a refreshing apple cider-style mocktail. If you enjoy homemade ginger drinks like ginger juice, ginger smoothies, or ginger ale, you’ll appreciate how easy and versatile these blender shots are.

Table of Contents

  • Why You’ll Love This Recipe
  • Ingredients
  • Variations
  • Equipment Needed
  • How to Make Ginger Turmeric Shots with a Blender
  • Recipe Tip
  • Storage Recommendations
  • Serving Suggestions
  • Wellness Shot Recipes
  • Ginger Turmeric Shots with a Blender Recipe

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Fast – Ready in approximately 10 minutes using only a blender.
  • Simple – Just a few common ingredients make a concentrated wellness shot.
  • Apple-based – Apple juice or fresh apple keeps the shots less tart than citrus-based recipes and adds natural sweetness.
  • Anti-inflammatory – Fresh ginger, turmeric (curcumin), and cinnamon are popular for their inflammation-supporting properties; black pepper helps improve absorption of curcumin.
  • Economical – Homemade shots cost far less per serving than many prepared options and allow you to control quality and flavor.

Turmeric and ginger are widely used for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory components, and this recipe puts both into a convenient, drinkable form without extra processing.

Ingredients

Apple juice, turmeric, ginger, pepper, and cinnamon on a white background.

All you need are a few pantry staples and fresh ginger. For exact amounts, see the recipe card below.

  • Apple juice or apple cider – Use high-quality, minimally processed juice or a sweet apple variety if using fresh fruit.
  • Fresh ginger root – Fresh is preferred for flavor and aroma; approximately a 2–3 inch knob (about 1 ounce).
  • Ground cinnamon – Adds warmth and complements the apple and ginger flavors.
  • Ground turmeric – Provides the characteristic color and curcumin.
  • Freshly ground black pepper – A few grinds to help with curcumin absorption.

If you use a whole apple instead of juice, include filtered water (or coconut water for extra electrolytes) for blending.

Variations

  • Citrus option – Substitute orange juice for a brighter, more tart shot; omit the cinnamon if you do.
  • Coconut water – Blend coconut water with a fresh apple for a hydrating, electrolyte-rich version.
  • Warm or cold – These shots can be enjoyed warm (gently heated) or chilled; avoid high heat to preserve active compounds.
  • Adjust sweetness – The apple base is usually sweet enough, but a little honey or maple syrup can be added to taste.

Equipment Needed

  • High-powered blender – To fully break down ginger and apple if using whole fruit.
  • Fine mesh strainer – To separate pulp for a smooth shot.
  • Shot glasses or small bottles – For serving or storing.

A large mason jar also works well for storing multiple servings.

How to Make Ginger Turmeric Shots with a Blender

Process photos of making ginger turmeric juice in a blender.
  1. Add ingredients to the blender – Combine apple juice (or chopped apple + water), peeled fresh ginger, ground cinnamon, turmeric, and black pepper.
  2. Blend until smooth – Blend on high for 20–60 seconds, until the mixture is well combined and aromatic.
  3. Strain – Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a jar or measuring cup, pressing the pulp with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the pulp.
  4. Chill and serve – Transfer to shot glasses or small bottles and chill. For a mocktail, top a shot with sparkling water or ginger ale.

Recipe Tip

Peel ginger quickly and with minimal waste by scraping the skin off with the back of a spoon.

Storage Recommendations

Three turmeric ginger juice bottles next to a knob of fresh ginger.

Store these ginger turmeric shots in a sealed glass container or individual small bottles in the refrigerator for up to 7–10 days. Shake well before using, as the spices may settle to the bottom over time.

You can also freeze portions in an ice cube tray and thaw as needed, or use the frozen cubes later in sparkling drinks for a flavorful twist.

Serving Suggestions

Pouring sparkling water over ginger turmeric juice to make a mocktail.
  • Wellness shots – Sip a small shot for a concentrated anti-inflammatory boost, especially in the morning or when you need a pick-me-up.
  • Mocktails – Mix with ginger ale or sparkling water for a festive apple-cider-style mocktail.
  • Ice cubes – Freeze into cubes to flavor water or sparkling beverages without dilution.
Overhead of glass jars filled with ginger turmeric juice.

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Drinks

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Three ginger turmeric shots in glass bottles next to fresh ginger root and turmeric.

Ginger Turmeric Shots with a Blender

A simple, apple-based wellness shot packed with anti-inflammatory ingredients and bright ginger flavor.
Servings: 6 shots
Prep: 10 mins
Total: 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cup apple juice or apple cider*
  • 1 ounce fresh peeled ginger root (a 2–3 inch knob)
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • A few grinds of freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a high-powered blender and blend on high for about 20–60 seconds until fully combined.
  2. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a jar or pitcher, pressing the pulp to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the pulp.
  3. Serve immediately in shot glasses, or top each shot with sparkling water or ginger ale for a mocktail.
  4. Store any remaining liquid in a sealed glass bottle in the refrigerator for up to 7–10 days, or freeze into cubes for later use.

Notes

  • *If you prefer to use a whole apple, substitute 1 apple (cored and chopped) + 1 cup filtered water instead of apple juice.
  • Choose a good-quality apple juice or local cider for the best flavor and minimal additives.
  • Fresh ginger has a more balanced flavor than dried ginger powder; a direct substitution will change the taste and intensity.
  • Ginger and turmeric can interact with certain medications in large amounts. Consult a healthcare provider if you plan to consume them frequently in concentrated form.

Nutrition

Per shot (approximate): Calories: 33 kcal; Carbohydrates: 8 g; Protein: 0.2 g; Fat: 0.1 g; Sugar: 6 g. Nutrition values are estimates and should be used as a guideline.