The term "fire cider" is well known to herbalists as a
term for a spicy, hot, deliciously sweet vinegar tonic, which is
thought to have first been concocted in the kitchen of the
California School of Herbal Studies in the early 1980's. It
comes from a recipe which was created to be a dietary supplement
drink with medicinal benefits.
It is estimated that since its inception, hundreds, if not
thousands, of individuals have created and enjoyed their own fire
cider recipes. Many have even sold versions of the elixir at stores
and farmers markets across the country. The recipe, which most
often includes a mixture of garlic, onions, horseradish root,
ginger root, hot peppers and Echinacea, lies at the core of an
herbal revolution that has quickly gained popularity in the United
States. As a result, the term "fire cider" has become
commonplace as part of the herbal community's vernacular, due
to its overwhelming popularity.
