Fire Cider as we know it today was popularized in the 1970s but like all herbal formulas, it was inspired by those who preceded us. It is part of a long lineage of immune system tonics that date back to, at least, the 1500s. In 2019 it was unexpectedly catapulted to federal court and national headlines. A trademark battle ensued resulting in a precedent setting federal court case ruling that Fire Cider cannot be trademarked.
Herbs are "the peoples medicine" and every formula is drawn from a shared knowledge of the plants. It is in the spirit of this tradition that herbalists freely share this remedy.