Turmeric Toddy
Celebrate cocktail hour with a warm, spiced beverage that’s good for the body and soul.
By Jess Thomson
By Jess Thomson
5 min
About 5 minutes to prep
23 cal
23 calories per serving
Serves 1
Serves about 1 people
Overview
While the immune-boosting benefits of lemon, ginger and turmeric are well documented, this belly-warming mocktail is also straight-up delicious — which means it’s as good on a winter sick day as it is by the fire pit on a summer evening. For a cold mocktail, multiply the ingredients by four and make a very strong version in a mug, then transfer to a 4-cup container, add water to cool, then serve over ice.
Ingredients
2 tsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice, or to taste
1 tsp. honey, or to taste
1 (¼-inch) slice fresh ginger
¼ tsp. ground turmeric
Pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
Calories: (23); Fat: (0g); Carbohydrates: (6g); Sodium: (1g); Sugar: (5g); Fiber: (<1g); Cholesterol: (0mg); Protein: (<1g)
Directions
Step One
Put the lemon juice, honey, ginger, turmeric and cayenne, if using, into a 10- to 12-ounce mug. Add boiling water, let sit 2 minutes, then stir to combine. Season to taste with additional lemon, honey or cayenne, and enjoy.
Chef’s Notes:
- If you can find them, you can try adding slices of fresh galangal or turmeric roots as well.
- For a more herbal variation, skip the turmeric and cayenne and crush and add a 1-inch piece of lemongrass.
*Disclaimer: All nutritional information provided is approximate and based on USDA measurements. Actual amounts may vary based on exact ingredients used, how they are prepared and serving size.
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