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

Ingredients

red apple 17.25 oz 489 g 2 1/2 medium apples
lemon 2.79 oz 79 g 1 small lemon
ginger 0.12 oz 3 g 1/3 inch of ginger root
activated charcoal (food safe) 0.125 oz 4 g 1 teaspoon charcoal

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!