Vegan Bites: Summer Drinks: Switchel & Super Fruit Sangria

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Switchel, otherwise known as Haymakers Brew is a simple, fast ferment with fruit, sweetener, ACV and spices. We made two varieties to start: Turmeric Orange and Ginger Strawberry. 

Turmeric Orange Switchel

~1" piece of each ginger, turmeric, sliced 

~juice of an orange

~2T maple syrup

~2T ACV

~1.5c water

Shake in mason jar. Allow to steep overnight in fridge. Strain and serve with ice and candied ginger.

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Strawberry Ginger Switchel

~1" ginger, sliced

~1c strawberries, sliced

~juice of lemon

~1/4c ACV

~1/3c honey

~4c water  

Shake in mason jar. Allow to steep overnight in fridge. Strain and serve on ice.

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'Thrive Energy Cookbook' boasts a smoothie recipe to boost your morning routine: Super Fruit Sangria. This one is packed with nutrients.

Super Fruit Sangria Smoothie

~handful strawberries

~handful raspberries

~1/2c blueberries

~1/3c frozen pineapple

~2 mint leaves

~zest of orange, lemon & lime

~2T each orange, lemon, lime juice

~2T pomegranate & acai berry juice

~6T coconut water

~2T maple syrup

~vanilla beans

~2c ice cubes

Blend well.