Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 1 large cinnamon stick
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric (or 1-inch fresh turmeric, sliced)
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 chai tea bags
- Sweetener of choice (optional, such as honey, maple syrup, or a sugar-free sweetener)
Instructions
- Pour the water into a small saucepan and bring it to a gentle boil.
- Add the cinnamon stick, ginger, turmeric, and black pepper.
- Reduce the heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and add the chai tea bags.
- Steep for 5 minutes.
- Remove the tea bags and strain the liquid into a mug or pitcher.
- Sweeten to taste, if desired.
- Serve warm, or chill and pour over ice for a refreshing drink.
Optional Add-Ins
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- A few slices of fresh beetroot for color
- A small piece of orange peel for extra flavor
Yield
About 2 servings.