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Apple Cider Vinegar Drink Recipe

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes

This Apple Cider Vinegar Drink Recipe has water, apple cider vinegar, mint leaves, optional thyme, optional Wildflower honey, and optionally served with ice. A healthy, tasty, and refreshing alternative to regular water, especially during hot weather! (enjoy hot or cold, gluten-free, makes 1 serving)

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Apple Cider Vinegar Drink Recipe

Hi Everyone, are you looking for a healthy drink besides regular water?

You have to try this Apple Cider Vinegar Drink recipe or you could also call it Apple Cider Vinegar Lemon Mint Water.

I make sure to answer a bunch of questions that you may have about apple cider vinegar and you can check them out below (quick links in the table of contents).

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup cold water
  • fresh juice from 1 lemon, use more or less based on your taste preferences for acidity
  • 1-2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1-3 fresh mint leaves
  • 1 Thyme sprig, optional
  • 1 tablespoon Wildflower honey, optional
  • ice, optional
Apple Cider Vinegar Drink Recipe

What are the health benefits of drinking apple cider vinegar (diluted)?

Here are some health benefits of drinking apple cider vinegar (diluted, in a safe amount per day).

  • it can improve digestion and is a natural laxative
  • it can lower blood sugar levels
  • can improve insulin sensitivity
  • it is said to reduce belly fat (in combination with proper diet and workouts)
  • it can lower blood pressure and improves heart health
  • it is said to lower cholesterol

Why do I drink (diluted) apple cider vinegar?

Personally, I like to drink it on a hot, humid day and it has the effect of clearing my head.

It has a tangy flavor and it allows me to drink more water when I do not feel like drinking water.

I find that this recipe has a cooling effect on the body.

What are the side effects of drinking apple cider vinegar?

Here are some possible side effects of drinking apple cider vinegar (source: healthline.com):

  • Delayed stomach emptying
  • Digestive side effects (general)
  • Low potassium levels and bone loss
  • Erosion of tooth enamel
  • Throat burns
  • Skin burns
  • Drug interactions

Always make sure that it is diluted before drinking!

What does apple cider vinegar taste like?

Apple cider vinegar diluted in water tastes tangy, clean, sharp, and slightly sweet – this is just my opinion.

What do you think it tastes like, let me know in the comments at the end of the post.

What herbs can I use with this recipe?

I love using any edible, fresh, garden herb that is fragrant.

You can use mint (Spearmint, peppermint, or another favorite kind of mint species), thyme, basil, or rosemary.

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mint from my kitchen garden

What kind or brand of apple cider vinegar is good for this recipe?

The higher quality vinegar you have the better!

I currently enjoy using Bragg Organic (raw, unfiltered) Apple Cider Vinegar and it is gluten-free.

So, far, I haven’t found a better brand than that and I really enjoy it for this recipe and others for adding a fresh, tangy flavor to food and drinks.

How much water do you mix with apple cider vinegar?

You can mix 1–2 tablespoons (15–30 ml) of apple cider vinegar with 1 cup (237 ml) of plain water.

It is said that ingesting undiluted vinegar of any kind can damage your throat and esophagus, so make sure it’s always mixed with water.

How do you drink apple cider vinegar for weight loss?

I will first say that this is not a weight loss blog at all and you should consult your doctor before implementing any advice.

According to the Healthline website, I heard that the amount of apple cider vinegar, used for weight loss, is about 1–2 tablespoons (15-30 ml) per day, mixed with water.

They say that it is good practice to spread this out into 2–3 doses throughout the day, and it may be best to drink it before meals.

I have heard that it makes your digestion slower and that it’s best to consume ACV on an empty stomach instead of a full stomach.

Again, I would ask your healthcare professional first if this is right for you.

Can I drink apple cider vinegar every day?

Although drinking diluted apple cider vinegar on a daily basis can have health benefits for some people, they say not to consume over 8 ounces (237 ml) per day (diluted, of course) over the course of many years because it may contribute to low blood potassium levels and osteoporosis.

If you are not used to the taste, I recommend starting with a small amount and working your way up.

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Can I drink apple cider vinegar with normal water?

Yes, you can.

You can also try this recipe with sparkling water.

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Kitchen Tools

  • 2-cup wet measure
  • measuring spoons and cups
  • colander, for washing herbs
  • tall glasses
  • long spoon, like a cocktail spoon, for stirring
  • ice maker
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If you make this recipe, and like it, please give it a rating in the recipe card below and let us know in the comments at the end of the post.

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Apple Cider Vinegar Drink Recipe

Yield: 1
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 3 minutes

This Apple Cider Vinegar Drink Recipe has water, apple cider vinegar, mint leaves, optional thyme, optional Wildflower honey, and optionally served with ice. A healthy, tasty, and refreshing alternative to regular water, especially during hot weather! (enjoy hot or cold, gluten-free, makes 1 serving)

Ingredients

Other Optional Herbs

Instructions

  1. In a tall glass, add cold water, apple cider vinegar, fresh lemon juice, washed mint leaves, and optional thyme sprig, and stir in optional wildflower honey or sweetener of choice. Add ice, if you wish, and enjoy!
  2. To Have Hot: In a mug, add apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, washed mint leaves, and optional honey. Pour hot water (heated to 170 degrees F, for white tea) over the ingredients and stir until combined. Add optional thyme sprig, remove the leaves if you wish, or keep them in for a stronger tea. Enjoy!Apple Cider Vinegar Drink Recipe with mint and thyme

Notes

  • This recipe makes 1 serving, however, you can make a larger amount of this, just keep the ratios of the ingredients the same and multiply by the number of servings
  • Option to use dried herbs: You can use dried herbs in place of fresh herbs, if fresh ones are not available, just make sure that they are contained in a T-Sac (tea bag) generally, dried herbs are stronger so you would want to use them in a 1 (dried herbs):3 (fresh herbs) ratio. I linked with affiliate links to dried herb options, in the ingredient list here in the recipe card.
  • A Note on Herbs: I suggest just picking 1-2 herbs so that the recipe is not too overpowering in scent and flavor. Some herbs may have medicinal properties, please check with your healthcare provider, if you have any questions or concerns about the effects of the herbs on your body/system.

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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 1 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 118Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 25mgCarbohydrates: 32gFiber: 5gSugar: 21gProtein: 2g

Please note that the Calculated Nutrition is an estimate at best.

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© Sara Maniez
Cuisine: American / Category: drinks
  • First Published: 5/23/2021
  • Updated & Published: 11/8/2022

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