Turmeric and Ginger Golden Milk (Print Version)

A soothing aromatic drink with turmeric, ginger, and warming spices for comfort and wellness.

# What You Need:

→ Spices & Flavorings

01 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
02 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger or 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
03 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1 pinch ground black pepper
05 - 1 pinch ground cardamom
06 - 1 pinch ground nutmeg

→ Liquid

07 - 2 cups milk, dairy or plant-based such as almond, oat, or coconut

→ Sweetener

08 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey, maple syrup, or agave to taste

→ Fat

09 - 1 teaspoon coconut oil or ghee

# How To Make:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine the milk, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, black pepper, cardamom, and nutmeg.
02 - Whisk the mixture to blend the spices thoroughly.
03 - Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
04 - Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, ensuring the mixture does not boil.
05 - Remove from heat and stir in the coconut oil or ghee and sweetener.
06 - Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into mugs if desired, especially if using fresh ginger.
07 - Serve immediately, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon or turmeric if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like comfort tastes, warming you from the inside out without any guilt attached.
  • The anti-inflammatory magic is real, and you actually feel the difference in your joints and digestion after a few days of sipping.
  • Takes barely longer than brewing tea, so there's no excuse to skip it on busy evenings.
02 -
  • Do not let this boil hard or the milk will break and separate, and the flavors will taste slightly burnt instead of warm. Medium heat and patience are non-negotiable here.
  • Black pepper seems insignificant until you realize it's what makes the turmeric actually work in your body, so even a tiny pinch matters more than you'd think.
03 -
  • Add a tiny splash of vanilla extract right at the end for a subtle sweetness that makes people ask what you did differently.
  • If you prefer less pepper bite, start with half the amount and add more next time, because your palate adjusts and what seemed too much becomes just right.
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