Artificial Food Coloring Free Turmeric Ginger Cinnamon Tea
Warm, golden, and deeply aromatic, this spiced tea is the kind of drink that feels like a hug from the inside out. Every ingredient here is exactly what it sounds like — fresh ginger, ground turmeric, cinnamon, black pepper, lemon juice, and a touch of honey — with zero synthetic dyes or mystery additives hiding anywhere in the cup. That's a bigger deal than it sounds, because plenty of packaged herbal teas and flavored drinks sneak in artificial colorings to make them look more vibrant. Here, that stunning amber-orange hue comes entirely from turmeric and ginger doing their thing on the stovetop. The black pepper is a small but smart addition, helping the turmeric's natural compounds absorb more effectively while adding just a whisper of warmth. A squeeze of fresh lemon brightens everything up and balances the earthiness of the spices beautifully. It's simple enough to pull together on a weeknight but feels special enough to serve to guests.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and sliced ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 5 minutes, until the water is fragrant and lightly golden.
- 2
Whisk in the ground turmeric, cinnamon, and black pepper. Continue to simmer for 3–4 minutes, until the liquid is a deep golden-orange and the spices are fully dissolved.
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