Lemon Ginger Turmeric Drink with Mint
Lemon Ginger Turmeric Drink with Mint
5 cups filtered water
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
2 teaspoons ground ginger
pinch freshly ground black pepper
4 Tablespoons honey
3/4 – 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, to taste
two sprigs fresh spearmint
In a medium saucepan, bring water just to a boil. Whisk in the spices, boil for one minute, and then reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes.
Add the honey and lemon juice to a pitcher and stir to blend.
Remove the spice mixture from the heat and let it cool some, but not too much. The honey will blend a little easier if the mixture is still warm.
Place a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth (but know that it will stain from the turmeric) over the mouth of the pitcher and pour in the spice mixture. Discard the grounds.
Slight crush the mint leaves with your hands and add to the pitcher. Chill overnight if you have time.
Pour over ice and garnish with mint and lemon slices.