How To Make Homemade Fire Cider - Traditional Recipe
Learning how to make fire cider using this traditional fire cider recipe is a great way to make sure your immune system is prepared for cold and flu season each year. Made with simple, all-natural ingredients that can be either grown on your own homestead or sourced locally, this old-fashioned tonic has been used for many generations to help ward off sickness and boost immune function. I make a big batch of fire cider every year, and take small amounts as a preventative against sore throats and flu symptoms all throughout the fall and winter.
Equipment
- 1 Gallon mason jar
- 1 sharp knife
- 1 cutting board
- 1 Strainer
Ingredients
- 3 oranges, sliced
- 4 lemons sliced
- 4 1 inch chunks of ginger root
- 4 pieces horseradish root, peeled
- 10-12 jalapeno or chili peppers, sliced
- 4 onions, sliced
- 8-10 cloves of garlic, peeled
- 2 chunks of turmeric root, or 2 tsp. of powdered turmeric
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 3 sprigs of fresh rosemary
- 2-3 quarts raw apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup honey, optional
Instructions
- Roughly chop all ingredients and add them to the gallon mason jar.
- Pour apple cider vinegar over the contents.
- Place a lid tightly on the jar.
- Store the jar in a cool, dark place.
- Allow to sit for 4-6 weeks.
- Strain the liquid into a clean jar.
- Stir in the raw honey, if preferred.
- Store fire cider in a cool place like your pantry cupboard or refrigerator for up to one year. It will keep fine at room temperature as well, because it's basically just vinegar.
- Take 1-2 tablespoons in a shot glass, up to four times a day, to help prevent sickness or speed up recovery time.
Notes
Exact amounts of each ingredient is not important, just fill a gallon jar with whatever ingredients you have and cover it with apple cider vinegar.
Try adding some cayenne pepper or chili powder for some extra kick.
Fire cider has a spicy flavor, so your taste buds may not be used to it at first. The addition of honey can make it a little sweeter.
You can make a batch of fire cider that is more kid-friendly by leaving out the hot peppers. It's not quite as potent, but it will still boost their immune system.
Azure Standard is a great place to order these ingredients if you cannot grow them in your garden or find them locally.
You can also order a fire cider kit from Farmhouse Teas, and just add apple cider vinegar. Be sure to use my link, and you'll get extra discounts. This is a great way to try fire cider without having to source all of the ingredients.
