Ginger Shot Recipe
by Sommer Collier — last updated on Jan 7, 2026 
Whenever I need a quick and powerful pick-me-up, this Ginger Shot Recipe is my go-to. It’s bold and delicious, packed with spicy fresh ginger, lemon juice and cayenne pepper — the perfect boost for the immune system.
Whenever I feel worn down, exhausted, and like I need a reset, I always reach for these easy-to-make ginger shots. They’re incredibly refreshing and every sip packs a serious punch thanks to the combo of ginger, lemon and that fiery cayenne pepper. I love to embrace simple wellness routines that actually make me feel better. I’ve searched everything from meditation techniques to how to make celery juice in a blender, and this ginger shot definitely adds a pep to my step.
Sommer’s Recipe Highlights
Health benefits – The health benefits of ginger are impressive! Ginger contains vitamin C, antioxidant properties, antibacterial properties to fight bacteria, relieves nausea, and contains anti-inflammatory properties. PLUS, gingerroot helps regulate your digestion, is a natural pain reliever, it boosts your immune system, helps regulate your blood sugar levels, helps reduce cholesterol, and some say it even helps with weight loss.
Batch friendly – I love to make batches of this ginger drink and store it either as individual shots or in a carafe in the fridge so that I have it available whenever I want.
Simple ingredients – With just a handful of fresh and pure ingredients you can make this seriously refreshing wellness shot that’s ready in a couple of minutes!
Key Ingredients and Tips
- Ginger – Fresh ginger roots are the star of the show when it comes to this recipe. I always, always use the fresh kind.
- Lemon juice – Freshly squeezed lemon juice adds just the right amount of tanginess to every sip of this detox drink.
- Coconut water – To get a subtle and sweet finish, I prefer to use coconut water over regular water, but you can totally go for the latter if you prefer!
- Honey – And just a little bit of honey hits the spot. I use the smooth and pourable kind, not the super thick raw honey, just because I think it’s harder to mix.
- Cayenne – This is totally optional, but oh, do I LOVE a spicy kick! I always add a pinch of cayenne pepper to this drink for a fiery finish.
- Turmeric – This is also optional, but turmeric has so many anti-inflammatory benefits and it adds an earthy flavor.
How To Make
Find the full recipe with ingredient proportions, detailed instructions, and a video tutorial in the printable form at the bottom of the post.
Prep the ginger – Firs thing is first, I always start off by washing the ginger root and chopping it into large chunks. Once I throw those into the blender, I also add in the lemon juice, coconut water, honey and some cayenne pepper.
Blend away – Now comes the fun part. Hit the power button and blend away until all of the ingredients are smooth.
Strain – I pour the blended ginger mix into a strainer just to make sure that none of the pulp makes its way into my drink. Sometimes it helps to push the pulp down with a spoon to get all of the juices through.
Pour and enjoy – Finally, I pour myself the strained juice into a shot glass and serve it right away.
Recipe Variations
- Orange juice – Swap the lemon for fresh orange juice to a get a slightly sweeter shot that’s delicious for breakfast.
- Pineapple juice – Instead of lemon, you can also use pineapple juice for a tropical-inspired twist.
- Black pepper – Replace the cayenne with black pepper for a bit of heat that isn’t quite so bold.
- Sweeteners – Not a fan of honey? No problem — use maple syrup or agave instead.
Serving Suggestions
You can pair these ginger shots with some other healthy-inspired dishes for a more complete meal. Try any of these:
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe is most potent when made fresh daily. However, you can make several batches ahead of time and serve them throughout the week. The ginger juice will last up to a week kept in the refrigerator.
I recommend enjoying an immunity ginger and turmeric shot early in the morning, on an empty stomach, before you’ve eaten breakfast. This will allow your stomach to fully absorb all of the nutrients from the drink, and set your tummy up for digestive success the rest of the day.
Yes… But how you enjoy it is totally up to you! Drink the potent shot sip-by-sip, or throw it back in one gulp or two. If the spiciness is an issue for you, drinking it fast is the way to go.
Yes, you can. Use the juicer to press the ginger (and turmeric), and then mix the liquid with the rest of the ingredients.
Storing
This ginger juice will last up to 1 week in the fridge when stored in an airtight container.
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Ingredients
- 2 ounces fresh ginger root about ½ cup roughly chopped
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup coconut water or tap water
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Dash of cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Wash the ginger root, but leave the peel intact. Chop the ginger into large chunks and place in the blender. Pour in the lemon juice, coconut water, honey, and add a dash of cayenne.
- Cover the blender and purée on high-speed until extremely smooth.
- Place a fine mesh strainer over a measuring pitcher or glass. Pour the puréed ginger juice into the strainer. Then use a spatula or spoon to press down on the pulp to extract all the ginger juice.
- Pour the strained juice into shot glasses and serve immediately!
Wow these ginger shots are potent! I really appreciated that I could make these in my blender too. I don’t have a juicer, but the blender worked perfectly. Thank you!
I made a batch of these last week and it really helped some digestive issues I’ve been experiencing. Just made a second batch to have this week!
I wouldn’t have thought to add coconut water to my ginger shots. The ingredients in these are a powerhouse for the immune system. I will definitely be making again!