AIP Friendly Lemon Garlic Honey Tonic
Warm, bright, and deeply soothing, this golden tonic is the kind of drink that feels like it's doing something good from the very first sip. Fresh garlic and ginger are gently simmered until the water turns fragrant and lightly golden, pulling out all that bold, aromatic depth before the heat is even turned off. A pinch of turmeric, a squeeze of fresh lemon, and a spoonful of raw honey round everything out into something that's equal parts comforting and invigorating. Every single ingredient here is clean and whole — no fillers, no additives, nothing that would raise a flag for anyone following a strict elimination-style protocol. It makes two servings, so it's easy to share or save one for later in the day when you need a gentle pick-me-up. Straining out the solids gives it a smooth, almost tea-like finish that feels polished without any extra effort.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 2 tbsp raw honey
Ingredient noteAIP restricts added sweeteners, but small occasional amounts of unrefined honey are accepted on the protocol; the ~1 tablespoon per serving here likely stays within that limited allowance. If you prefer to always avoid honey, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
For serving
- 1 thin slice fresh lemon (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, sliced garlic, and sliced ginger in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce to medium-low and steep for 8 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and lightly golden.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Whisk in the turmeric until fully dissolved, then stir in the lemon juice and honey until the honey is completely incorporated.
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