Boil pineapple peels with cloves and see how it changes your life

🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need

To brew up a massive, beautiful batch exactly like the one showcased in you only need a few simple, natural ingredients:

• The peels (and core) of 1 whole organic pineapple 🍍
• 1 tbsp Whole cloves 🧄
• 2 Whole cinnamon sticks (as seen floating in the bottle in) 🪵
• 1-inch piece of fresh ginger root, sliced thin 🫚
• 6-8 cups Pure filtered water 💧
• Optional: A squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a teaspoon of raw honey to taste 🍋🍯

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Scrub and Wash (Crucial Step!): Because we are boiling the outermost skin of the fruit, you want to make sure it is perfectly clean. Soak your whole pineapple in a bowl of water with a splash of apple cider vinegar or baking soda for 10 minutes, then scrub the rind thoroughly with a clean vegetable brush to remove any dirt or debris.
2. Slice the Peels: Cut the top and bottom off your pineapple, then slice down the sides to remove the rind in thick strips. Save the sweet fruit for snacking, but chop the rinds and the tough internal core into medium chunks.
3. Combine the Potents: Toss the pineapple peels, core chunks, 1 tablespoon of whole cloves, 2 cinnamon sticks, and sliced ginger directly into a large, deep stockpot.
4. The Slow Simmer: Pour the filtered water over the top until everything is completely submerged. Bring the pot to a rolling boil over high heat, then immediately reduce the heat to low, pop a lid on, and let it simmer gently for 25 to 30 minutes. Your kitchen will start smelling like a warm, cozy tropical paradise! 🏝️💨
5. The Cooling Steep: Turn off the heat and leave the lid on. Let the tonic sit on the stove to steep and cool down completely to room temperature for 1 to 2 hours. This long rest allows the water to draw out every last bit of bromelain and essential oils from the spices.
6. Strain and Bottle: Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into clean glass pitchers or clear storage bottles, mirroring the beautiful presentation in Discard the boiled peels and spices.