Turmeric Tonic
a drink recipe
by Karyn Maier
Karyn Maier is a freelance writer and creator specializing in natural wellness, the botanical arts, and culinary creations that use herbs and spices. She has written for many industry and consumer publications in both new and traditional media, including ePregnancy, Fitness Link, Club Mom, Let's Live, Natural Living Today, Real Woman, The Herb Quarterly, American Fitness, Mother Earth News, Delicious!, Better Nutrition, etc. She is also the author of several books on using herbs, and a contributor to cookbooks. Ms. Maier is frequently interviewed as an expert by national magazines, including Real Simple and Mother Earth Living. She has also been a guest on several radio talk shows such as Gary Null's Natural Living, The Deborah Ray Show and Martha Stewart Living.
Turmeric has been used for centuries as a tonic herb in the Ayurvedic system of India, where it is known as Kanchani (The Golden Goddess) and Gauri (The One Whose Face is Light and Shining). It’s incredibly simple to make and is the perfect way to start or end the day.
TIME (ACTIVE) | 5 M
TOTAL | 5 M
1 SERVING
| 12 oz
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Combine all ingredients in a saucepan. Heat just to the boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 3-5 minutes. Strain, reserving the infused liquid in a large mug. Sweeten with additional maple syrup or honey to taste, if desired.
ground
Ground turmeric will impart your dish with a vibrant yellow hue; it will also imbue a mild earthy-sweet flavor with a slight edge of pepperiness. Famously found in curry spice blends.
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ground
Dried ground ginger is an aromatic and pungent spice with citrusy, even woodsy, notes. Used in baked goods and ginger-flavored favs.
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vietnamese
cracked
Our Vietnamese black peppercorns have an intense aroma, but a more mellow taste with flavor notes of wood. In this cracked form they are ideal for salads or foods in need of texture.
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ground
Ground cayenne is bright orange in color with a strong lingering heat and a pungent aroma and flavor. Our cayenne is not too hot for everyday use.
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