Brazil Nut Free Black Pepper Turmeric Ginger Tea
Warming, golden, and deeply aromatic, this spiced tea is the kind of drink that feels like self-care in a mug. Fresh turmeric and ginger simmer together until the liquid turns a rich amber, filling your kitchen with an earthy, slightly spicy fragrance that's hard to resist. The black pepper is a smart addition — it enhances the absorption of turmeric's active compounds, so every sip is doing a little extra work. A squeeze of lemon and a drizzle of honey round out the flavor with brightness and just enough sweetness. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-scanning or second-guessing involved. It comes together in under fifteen minutes with nothing more than a saucepan and a strainer, making it an easy addition to your morning routine or a soothing wind-down at the end of the day.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1 tbsp fresh turmeric, peeled and thinly sliced (or 1 tsp ground turmeric)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, turmeric, ginger, black pepper, and cinnamon stick (if using) in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cook for 8–10 minutes, until the liquid is a deep golden color and fragrant.
- 2
Remove from the heat and stir in the honey and lemon juice until the honey dissolves.
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