Haymaker’s Punch
On a hot summer day, you can make your own thirst-quenching, electrolyte-boosting “energy” drink. “Haymaker’s Punch” is a longtime favorite of American farmers, who drank it while haying in the hot sun. It is similar to commercially made sports drinks thanks to the potassium and magnesium in molasses. It looks like iced coffee…and is tastiest served chilled, without ice. Here’s what you need for four servings: ¼ cup apple cider vinegar…¼ cup honey…2 Tablespoons unsulphured molasses…1 Tablespoon lemon juice…1 teaspoon ground ginger. In a pot, combine the first three ingredients with 4 cups cold water. Warm just until the honey dissolves. Mix in the lemon juice and ginger. Chill well. Serve in a chilled glass. Enjoy!


