Wellness shots are small servings of pressed juice, usually 2 to 3 ounces, built around bold ingredients like ginger, turmeric, citrus and a little spice. This guide gathers everything we have written about them: what a ginger shot is, what goes into a typical shot, how ginger and turmeric shots differ, and whether they are worth buying. It is for curious first-timers and anyone who likes a bold, spicy sip as part of their daily routine.
Start here
- Begin with what ginger shots are and what the research says, so you know what to expect before you buy one.
- Next, learn what’s in a wellness shot, from ginger and turmeric to citrus and pepper.
- Deciding between styles? Read ginger vs. turmeric shots to compare flavor and ingredients.
- Finish with an honest look at whether wellness shots are worth it, including cost per ounce.
All guides in this series
- Ginger Shots: What the Research Says & How to Take Them
What ginger shots are, what published research does and does not show, and simple ways to take them. - What’s in a Wellness Shot? Ingredients Explained
A plain-language look at the ingredients you will find in most wellness shots and what research says about them. - Ginger vs. Turmeric Shots: What’s the Difference?
How ginger and turmeric shots compare in flavor, ingredients and what the research covers. - Are Wellness Shots Worth It? An Honest Look
What shots can and cannot offer, the real cost per ounce, and who should skip them or ask a doctor first.
A note on the research
Ginger and turmeric are familiar kitchen ingredients, and both have been studied mostly as dietary supplements. The evidence varies a lot by use, dose and form, so we point readers to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health for a balanced summary of ginger (source) and turmeric (source). NCCIH notes that we don’t know enough to definitively conclude whether turmeric or curcumin is beneficial for any health purpose. We think of wellness shots as a flavorful habit, not a treatment. If you take any medication or have a health condition, check with your provider before adding concentrated ginger or turmeric to your routine.
Shots are one part of the pressed-juice world. If you want to understand how juice is pressed and kept safe, visit our Cold-Pressed Juice Guide.
Shop Meraki wellness shots
Our kitchen in West Palm Beach makes tonics that ship nationwide, with orders shipping Monday through Wednesday.
- Ginger Tonic
3 oz, $4.95. Pineapple, ginger, lemon and cayenne. - Turmeric Tonic
3 oz, $5.50. Turmeric extract, pineapple, lemon, ginger and cayenne. - Meraki Wellness Shot
3 oz, $5.95. Pineapple, ginger, turmeric, oregano oil, lemon and black pepper. - Tonic Bundle
$15. One 2 oz Ginger Tonic, one 2 oz Turmeric Tonic and one 2 oz Meraki Wellness Shot, so you can taste all three.
More guides
Keep exploring: Cold-Pressed Juice Guide, Juice Cleanse Guide, Wholesale Buyer Guides, or browse everything on the Meraki blog.
This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Talk with your health care provider before making changes to your diet, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medication.