Shellfish Free Chilled Turmeric Ginger Infused Water
This golden, fragrant infused water is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're doing something genuinely good for yourself — and it tastes bright enough to actually want to sip all day. Fresh turmeric root gives it that gorgeous deep amber color, while ginger adds a gentle warmth and the lemon keeps everything tasting clean and lively. A pinch of cracked black pepper rounds out the blend in a way that's subtle but surprisingly effective. The whole thing comes together in minutes — just slice, combine, and let the fridge do the work overnight. By morning, you have a pitcher of something that looks and smells like it came from a wellness café. It's naturally free of anything from the sea, so there's zero concern about hidden shellfish-derived additives that can sometimes sneak into bottled wellness drinks and store-bought infusions. The optional maple syrup lets you dial in just a touch of sweetness if you want it, making this as versatile as it is refreshing.
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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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