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    Whisk Affair » Recipes » Global Beverages

    Published: Aug 26, 2021 | Last Updated On: Nov 14, 2023 by Neha Mathur

    Herbal Turmeric Ginger Tea

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    Turmeric Ginger Tea is a 5 ingredient herbal beverage that is loaded with health benefits. It gets ready in under 10 minutes and perks you up in no time. Here’s a quick and simple guide to making a soothing cup of Turmeric and Ginger Tea. Drink it hot or chilled (vegan, gluten-free).

    Turmeric Ginger Tea served in glasses.
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    • About Turmeric Ginger Tea
    • Ingredients
    • How To Make Turmeric And Ginger Tea
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Pro Tips By Neha
    • Storage Suggestions
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    About Turmeric Ginger Tea

    Turmeric Ginger Tea is a healthy herbal drink made using fresh ginger and ground or fresh turmeric.

    It is a perfect drink to sip on when you are feeling low, down with a cold or flu, have an upset stomach, or need to destress. It is also said to be great to sip on if you are on a weight loss journey.

    Ginger Turmeric Tea is a healing beverage tonic that is more of a tisane than tea. This means, no tea leaves are added to make this drink.

    It is super comforting and is filled with so many health-benefiting properties and it’s great for weight loss too.

    The taste of this herbal tea is earthy and slightly bitter. It is zingy and tangy at the same time.

    This easy, quick, and one-pot ginger and turmeric tea comes together in just 5 minutes.

    It is naturally gluten-free and vegan.

    The two main ingredients of this tea – ginger and turmeric, both have natural anti-inflammatory properties, making it even better to sip on, especially in winter or cold monsoon nights.

    Imagine sipping this comforting sweet spicy tea, in your cozy blanket and watching your favorite movie on a chilly night. And with winter approaching soon, this ginger and turmeric tea will be back on the daily menu soon.

    Due to its health benefits, this Turmeric and Ginger Tea is one of the most consumed teas in Japan.

    While in winter, I like it hot, in summer I enjoy this tea chilled with lots of ice and believe me, it is as comforting as the hot one.

    So next time if you are looking to make healthy drinks to sip at any time of the day, give this golden tea a try!

    If you love to sip on comforting teas, then you have to try these too

    • Strawberry Tea
    • Lemon Tea
    • Hibiscus Tea
    • Herbal Saffron Tea
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    Ingredients

    Ginger turmeric tea ingredients.

    You will need just 5 ingredients to make this healthy beverage – Fresh Ginger Root, Cinnamon Stick, Ground or Fresh Turmeric, Fresh Lemon, and Water.

    Ginger – Fresh ginger root gives a lovely spicy kick to this tea. If fresh ginger is not available, then add ½ teaspoon of ground ginger in its place.

    Turmeric – You can use either fresh turmeric or ground turmeric.

    If using fresh turmeric, then use 1 teaspoon grated fresh turmeric in place of ½ teaspoon dry turmeric powder.

    Fresh turmeric root is generally available in whole foods.

    If you are using turmeric powder, I would suggest you use good-quality organic ground turmeric.

    Sometimes low-quality turmeric powder is adulterated with artificial color and you don’t want to use that.

    Sweetener – Add in a little honey (not vegan) or any other sweetener like maple syrup or agave nectar if you like the tea sweet.

    You can also use sugar-free options like stevia or monk fruit.

    Lemon Juice – Use freshly squeezed lemon juice to make this tea.

    Adjust the quantity according to your taste. You can also use lime juice in place of lemon juice.

    Cinnamon gives a nice flavor to this drink and it has its own health benefits.

    Optional – Add some crushed black pepper or a pinch of cayenne to include their benefits in the tea.

    It is said that black pepper makes the absorption of turmeric better.

    Adding a little oil like coconut oil, avocado oil, or grass-fed butter also makes the absorption of curcumin better.

    You can also add green tea bags (or loose green tea leaves) or black tea bags while making this tea.

    You can also add organic licorice root, organic lemongrass, and organic peppermint leaf to this tea recipe. They also have many medicinal properties.

    How To Make Turmeric And Ginger Tea

    Add 3 cups of water to a medium-sized saucepan and bring it to a boil over high heat.

    Once the water comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low.

    Add

    • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
    • 1 whole cinnamon stick
    • 1 teaspoon organic ground turmeric

    and simmer for 5 minutes.

    Ginger, cinnamon and turmeric added to boiling water.
    Tea simmering.

    Switch off the heat and remove the saucepan from heat.

    Add ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice and stir well. Add honey if you wish to.

    Note – You can add a teaspoon of ghee at this stage for better absorption of curcumin (the bright yellow chemical in turmeric) by the body.

    Lemon juice and honey added to the pan.

    Strain the tea into 2 teacups using a tea strainer.

    Straining the tea in a tea cup.

    Serve hot.

    Ready ginger turmeric tea.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How to make lemon ginger turmeric tea recipe with coconut milk?

    You can make this tea along with coconut milk or any other milk too.

    Just add 1 cup of milk along with water, cinnamon, turmeric, and ginger, and skip the lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

    Reduce the heat to low and let the tea cool for 10 minutes for the flavors to steep in the coconut milk. Strain and serve.

    Is it safe to drink turmeric tea every day?

    Turmeric is considered to be one of the most health-benefiting ingredients and therefore it is good to include it in your everyday diet. But too much of anything can be harmful and can have side effects, so make sure you limit the intake of turmeric tea to one cup a day.

    How to make iced ginger turmeric cinnamon tea?

    You don’t have to do anything extra or different. Just prepare the hot tea as shown in the process and let it cool down. Once it comes to room temperature, pour it into a glass along with lots of ice cubes and enjoy your iced ginger and turmeric tea.

    Pro Tips By Neha

    Turmeric leaves stains on everything that it comes in contact with. So use an old chopping board and pot to make the tea.

    Wearing gloves will prevent your fingers from staining as well.

    Adding a pinch of ground black pepper or cayenne pepper will add to the benefit of the tea.

    Adding ½ teaspoon of oil like coconut oil, avocado oil or grass-fed butter will help the absorption of curcumin better.

    Storage Suggestions

    Store the tea in an airtight container and refrigerate it for up to 3-4 days.

    Do not add lemon juice and honey if you are planning to reheat the tea. Add them after reheating and just before serving.

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    Turmeric Ginger Tea is a 5 ingredient herbal beverage that is loaded with health benefits. It gets ready in under 10 minutes and perks you up in no time. Here's a quick and simple guide to making a soothing cup of Turmeric and Ginger Tea. Drink it hot or chilled (vegan, gluten-free).

    Herbal Turmeric Ginger Tea Recipe

    Ginger Turmeric Tea is a 5 ingredient herbal beverage that is loaded with health benefits. It gets ready in under 10 minutes and perks you up in no time. Here’s a quick and simple guide to making a soothing cup of Turmeric and Ginger Tea. Drink it hot or chilled.
    4.60 from 42 votes
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    Course: Beverage
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2 people
    Calories: 8kcal
    Author: Neha Mathur

    Ingredients 

    • 3 cups water
    • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
    • 1 whole cinnamon stick
    • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric (or 2 teaspoon grated fresh turmeric)
    • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
    • honey, sugar or maple syrup (optional)
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    Instructions

    • Add water to a medium-size saucepan and bring it to a boil over high heat.
    • Once the water comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low.
    • Add grated ginger, whole cinnamon stick, and ground turmeric and simmer for 5 minutes.
    • Switch off the heat and remove the saucepan from heat.
    • Add lemon juice and stir well. Add honey if you wish to.
    • You can add a teaspoon of ghee at this stage for the better absorption of curcumin (the bright yellow chemical in turmeric) by the body.
    • Strain the tea into 2 teacups using a tea strainer.
    • Serve hot.

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9cb8oqoA-0

    Notes

    If fresh ginger is not available, then add ½ teaspoon of ground ginger in its place.
    Add some crushed black pepper or a pinch of cayenne to include their benefits in the tea. It is said that black pepper makes the absorption of turmeric better.
    Adding a little oil like coconut oil, avocado oil, or grass feed butter also makes the absorption of curcumin better.
    You can also add green tea bags (or loose green tea leaves) or black tea bags while making this tea.
    Turmeric leaves stains on everything that it comes in contact with. So use an old chopping board and pot to make the tea.
    Wearing gloves will prevent your fingers from staining as well.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 8kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 33mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Sandra Puette

      May 02, 2021 at 2:12 am

      5 stars
      Your recipe is very well written and easy to understand ! Thank You !

      Reply
    2. kristen olson

      October 01, 2020 at 5:15 pm

      5 stars
      My whole family loves this recipe! I serve it with steamed coconut and oat milk with a sprinkle of cinnamon on top. 🙂

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        October 03, 2020 at 5:01 am

        Good to know 🙂

        Reply
    3. TashM .

      September 17, 2020 at 6:15 am

      5 stars
      I just had a cup of this tea and I must say I enjoyed it better than the one I previously made. The lemony, honey, and ginger flavors are savor. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        September 19, 2020 at 3:22 pm

        Good to hear!

        Reply
    4. Judy Brown

      August 12, 2020 at 4:38 pm

      I like the ginger and turmeric, I use the root ginger and the root turmeric boil them together squeeze a lemon in it while boiling for 20 minutes take off stove and I use raw honey to cut some of strongness. I use mind as a shot drink everyday before I start my day

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        August 14, 2020 at 7:43 am

        Nice 🙂

        Reply
    5. Neli

      June 30, 2020 at 1:00 pm

      4 stars
      I am allergic to cinnamon, will I still get the benefits of weight loss if I don’t add it?

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        July 01, 2020 at 1:19 pm

        You can skip to add it. This tea is generally very beneficial and even if you skip cinnamon, you will get the benefit of other ingredients.

        Reply
    6. Malora Brunner

      January 17, 2020 at 12:25 pm

      can this be made ahead and frozen in 1 cup amounts? And if so, how long will it keep? Longer than 3 to 4 days I hope. Would like to make a weeks worth at a time.

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        January 20, 2020 at 2:40 pm

        I would recommend making this tea fresh for best benefits.

        Reply
    7. Shaista sayed

      October 03, 2019 at 3:03 am

      Hi ! Is it compulsory to add ghee or coconut oil in turmuric tea coz i have read that turmuric is fat soluble n fat helps to absorb this teas benifit fast

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        October 05, 2019 at 8:44 am

        It is good to do that.

        Reply
    8. Ronnda

      March 10, 2019 at 4:11 pm

      How long does this last if stored in the fridge? I cannot wait to make this! Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        March 13, 2019 at 4:44 am

        You can refrigerate it for 3-4 days.

        Reply
    9. Joy Ciesla

      March 03, 2019 at 6:41 pm

      5 stars
      I was just wondering, I have Simply Organic ground ginger. Since I am having a hard time at this time locating organic fresh ginger. Would this work as well?

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        March 05, 2019 at 1:01 pm

        Yes sure. You can use it.The taste will be slightly different.

        Reply
        • Joy

          April 18, 2019 at 5:11 pm

          5 stars
          I did find organic ginger, and made this today – finally. I used 1/2tsp Ceylon cinnamon, less lemon juice, & pepper. Since I used organic lemons, after squeezing I simmered the lemon peel in the mixture, & used date sugar. It’s excellent!

          Reply
          • Neha Mathur

            April 19, 2019 at 2:44 am

            Thnx for trying. I am happy you liked it 🙂

            Reply
    10. Joy Ciesla

      February 25, 2019 at 3:58 pm

      5 stars
      This is very good! I used 1/2tsp Ceylon cinnamon, and after squeezing the lemon juice, since I use organic lemons I placed the lemon half in the water as the whole lemon has benefits also. I added my local honey to the cup after it cooled a bit.

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        February 27, 2019 at 2:31 am

        Thnx for liking 🙂

        Reply
    11. Karen

      January 21, 2019 at 6:17 pm

      5 stars
      Our whole family thought this was wonderful. I had run out of honey the day before so substituted brown sugar. And I used a sprinkle of powdered cinnamon instead of a stick. WIll definitely be making this recipe lots! Thank you.

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        January 22, 2019 at 4:29 am

        Thnx much for trying 🙂

        Reply
    12. Sushant

      January 18, 2019 at 6:14 am

      5 stars
      I tried this it was really good. Each sip was rejuvenating , but instead of lemon I used honey.

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        January 21, 2019 at 10:04 am

        Thnx a lot for trying 🙂

        Reply

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