Mars Close Approach happens about every 26 months. It is closely related to Mars Opposition and Mars Retrograde. Since Mars and Earth are at their closest, it's generally the best time to go to Mars. Many Mars missions have taken advantage of the close distance to visit the red planet.
At its most basic, switchel is water, cider vinegar, ginger and a sweetener (molasses, honey, sorghum, etc.). Rum, whiskey, brandy or hard cider can be added to give it a bit more oomph. Iâve seen some recipes, particularly in the south, that add cayenne pepper to the mix as a cold cure.
Switchel originated in the Caribbean, and had become a popular summer drink in the American Colonies in the late 17th century.By the 19th century, it had become a traditional drink to serve to thirsty farmers at hay harvest time, hence the nickname haymaker's punch.he recipe is very similar to that of ginger beer, where vinegar is replaced with lemon or lime juice and bacteria are added to induce fermentation. Switchel is bottled and distributed by companies such as Superior Switchel, CideRoad Organic Switchel, Up Mountain Switchel and The Vermont Switchel Company.