Switchel and Other Schrubs

Switchel 

(Caribbean Honey Ginger Drink also called switzel, swizzle, switchy, ginger-water or most famous as haymaker's punch)
Region of origin: New England or the Caribbean drink of water mixed with vinegar and often seasoned with ginger. It is usually sweetened with molasses, though honey, sugar, brown sugar, or maple syrup are sometimes used instead. 

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Shrub

The word shrub can also refer to a cocktail or soft drink that was popular during America's colonial era, made by mixing vinegared syrup with spirits, water, or carbonated water. The term can also be applied to the base, a sweetened vinegar-based syrup from which the cocktail is made; that syrup is also known as drinking vinegar. Drinking vinegar is often infused with fruit juice, herbs and spices, for use in mixed drinks.

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Switchel  Recipe

Ingredients

1c water

3 Tbsp honey

ó c apple cider vinegar 

1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger

Preparation Steps

1. Mix all ingredients in a glass mason jar.

2. Serve chilled.

Notes

Switchel is a refreshing drink made from honey, ginger, and apple cider vinegar. It is quite hydrating full of probiotics, electrolytes, and other health benefits.