Turmeric Wellness Toddy
Turmeric, lemon, cayenne, and ginger make this wellness toddy a warming and healing drink.
Servings 1
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 big pinch cayenne
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 large lemon, juiced
- 1/2 inch knob of ginger, finely chopped or grated (1/4 teaspoon ground ginger will work too)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 tablespoon raw honey or maple (if vegan or wanting a lower glycemic index)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients (minus sweetener, if using), and steep in boiling water for at least five minutes, which allows the fresh ginger to better release its taste
- Drink as is or strain for a smooth finish
- Add sweetener of choice, if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
If you don’t strain this drink please be sure to give it a swirl every now and then as you're drinking it to prevent the settling of spices at the bottom and to ensure you sip up all the goodness