Coconut Free Chilled Turmeric Ginger Infused Water
There is something deeply satisfying about pouring a glass of water that actually looks and tastes like something special. This chilled infusion gets its gorgeous golden color from fresh turmeric root, while ginger adds a gentle warmth and lemon brightens everything up with a clean citrus lift. A pinch of cracked black pepper is the quiet hero here — it helps your body absorb the turmeric's natural compounds, so the combination is as smart as it is delicious. The whole thing comes together in minutes and then does its magic overnight in the fridge, making it an effortless prep-ahead drink for the week. A touch of maple syrup is entirely optional, giving you a lightly sweet version if that's your style. Many flavored waters and wellness drinks on store shelves sneak in coconut water or coconut-derived ingredients, so making your own is the cleanest way to stay in control of exactly what's in your glass. Strain it over ice and you've got a refreshing, vibrant drink that feels like a treat without any of the guesswork.
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4 servings
- 8 cups cold filtered water
- 1 piece (about 2 inches) fresh turmeric root, thinly sliced
- 1 piece (about 2 inches) fresh ginger root, thinly sliced
- 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly cracked
- 2 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Scrub the turmeric root and ginger root under cold running water. Slice both into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick — no need to peel.
- 2
Slice the lemon into thin rounds, about 1/4 inch thick, discarding the end pieces.
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