Mushroom Free Ginger Turmeric Herbal Tea
Warm, golden, and deeply aromatic, this simmered herbal tea is the kind of drink that feels like a reset button in a mug. Fresh ginger and ground turmeric are simmered low and slow until the water turns a rich, burnished gold ā the color alone tells you something good is happening on that stovetop. A pinch of black pepper is a smart addition here, as it works alongside the turmeric to make the most of every sip. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens the whole thing up, while raw honey lets you dial in just the right level of sweetness. The optional cinnamon stick adds a gentle warmth that makes this feel almost indulgent for something so wholesome. Every single ingredient in this recipe is naturally free from fungi and fungal derivatives, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved ā just straightforward, feel-good brewing. It's the kind of thing you'll want to make on a slow morning or whenever you need a little comfort without the caffeine.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ā tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1ā2 tsp raw honey, to taste
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, sliced ginger, turmeric, black pepper, and cinnamon stick (if using) in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 8ā10 minutes, until the liquid is a deep golden color and fragrant.
- 2
Remove from heat and let the tea steep for 5 minutes.
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