Tag: Vinegar drink

Before modern sports drinks, a simple beverage known as switchel was the 1800s electrolyte drink of choice for workers toiling in the summer heat. Also called 'haymaker's punch,' this concoction of water, vinegar, ginger, and a sweetener helped replenish lost fluids and minerals during a long day's work.

Records show that samurai warriors in Japan routinely sipped a vinegar concoction to ward off fatigue and boost energy, a tradition that continues today with many modern Japanese drinking a diluted vinegar tonic before meals. This health-conscious practice features specific types of Japanese drinking vinegar, which are diluted with water or other liquids to enhance digestion and provide other wellness benefits.