Darjeeling Turmeric Golden Tonic
Darjeeling meets golden turmeric, black pepper, and honey in a warming wellness drink that's as soothing as it is beautiful.
This golden tonic combines the refined floral character of Darjeeling with the anti-inflammatory warmth of turmeric. The tea's lightness keeps it from feeling heavy, unlike golden milk made with heavier bases.
A pinch of black pepper is essential—it dramatically increases turmeric absorption. You won't taste it, but your body will thank you for it.
Brew the Darjeeling at a slightly lower temperature (85°C) to avoid bitterness, since the turmeric and honey will be doing the heavy lifting on flavor.
Sip this first thing in the morning or as an afternoon ritual. It's gentle enough for daily use and builds a warm, comforting glow from within.
Ingredients
- 1 Darjeeling tea bag or 2 tsp loose leaf
- 1 cup hot water (85°C)
- 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
- Pinch of black pepper
- 1 tbsp honey
- Squeeze of lemon
How to make it
- 1Brew Darjeeling in hot water for 3 minutes. Remove tea bag or strain.
- 2Whisk in turmeric and black pepper until fully dissolved.
- 3Let cool 2 minutes, then stir in honey and a squeeze of lemon.
- 4Serve warm. Stir before sipping as turmeric may settle.
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