The official stuff
The pre-dinner drink you can look forward to all day. Inspired by an age-old American recipe, Mother Root’s Ginger Switchel is a delicious, all-natural infusion of pressed ginger juice, blossom honey and organic apple cider vinegar that will excite your tastebuds and leave you feeling revitalised. Best enjoyed as a pre-dinner aperitif over ice with soda or a light tonic, a slice of orange and a fragrant sprig of rosemary.
Alcohol content: 0.0%
Style: Apple cider vinegar switchel.
Container: 480ml bottle
Vegan friendly: Yes
Gluten free: Yes
How to store: Store in a cool place. Serve chilled.
Country of origin: England
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Why it's worthy
Vibrant and warmly spiced, it works brilliantly as an uplifting spritz or in a range of cocktails.
What you'll taste
Ginger, honey and apple cider vinegar with a subtle chilli kick.
The perfect pairing
Over ice, topped with soda in a long glass. Garnish with citrus or a sprig of fresh rosemary.
The pleasant surprise
Switchel, also known as haymaker's punch, was popular in the 1800s as a refreshing pick-me-up for farm workers during harvest time.