Description
A Japanese-inspired wellness drink featuring miso, lemon, and daikon. Supports digestion, metabolism, and mindful mornings.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp ume plum vinegar or raw apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp grated daikon radish or a pinch of powdered ginger
- 1 cup water room temperature
- 1 tsp raw honey or maple syrup, optional
- ½ tsp matcha powder (optional)
- ⅛ tsp kelp powder (optional)
- ½ tsp miso paste or shio-koji (optional)
- Pinch pink Himalayan salt (optional)
- ¼ tsp turmeric powder (optional)
Instructions
- In a glass or mug, mix the ume vinegar, lemon juice, and grated daikon.
- Add the room temperature water and stir well.
- Whisk in any optional boosters until fully dissolved.
- Add sweetener if desired.
- Sip slowly before meals or in the morning.
Notes
Ume Plum Vinegar: Tangy and salty with a strong umami kick. Sub with apple cider vinegar if needed.
Grated Daikon: Traditional in Japanese tonics. Use ginger powder as a substitute if necessary.
Optional Boosters: Matcha, turmeric, kelp, and miso are popular variations — use no more than 1–2 at once.
Batch Prep: Triple the recipe and refrigerate in a sealed jar for up to 3 days.
Sweeteners: Honey and maple syrup soften the tartness if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stirred
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired