Cold-Pressed Charcoal Lemonade

Activated charcoal is the star of this cold-pressed lemonade, removing toxins and giving it that cool black color. The sweetness comes from apple in this variation, making it a healthy and tasty choice on a hot, summer day.

two glasses of lemonade with activated charcoal sitting on a black place mat next to lemons

Servings:

1

Serving Size:

12 oz

Ingredients

red apple1.1 lbs
lemon2.8 oz
ginger0.1 oz
activated charcoal (food safe)0.1 oz

Directions

  1. Wash produce thoroughly.

  2. Weigh the ingredients.

  3. Quarter the lemon (leaving skin on) and place directly into the press. If you don’t have a juice press, peel the lemon and juice with the rest of the ingredients.

  4. Grind the remaining ingredients together and press.

  5. Add the activated charcoal to a bowl and slowly whisk the juice in to avoid clumps.

  6. Serve over ice!

Pro tips

  • If you are a juice business, make sure your activated charcoal package is labeled as “food safe”, otherwise you may run into trouble with the health department if questioned.

  • This would make an edgy cocktail, just add your favorite alcohol!

All juice recipes developed on the Goodnature Hummingbird cold press juicer. Learn more at goodnature.com/hummingbird.