Turmeric and Ginger Golden Milk (Printable)

Creamy milk infused with turmeric, ginger, and warming spices for a soothing drink in just 15 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Milk Base

01 - 2 cups whole milk or unsweetened almond, coconut, or oat milk

→ Spices

02 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
03 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger or 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
06 - Pinch of ground cardamom, optional

→ Sweetener and Enrichments

07 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup, to taste
08 - 1 teaspoon coconut oil or ghee, optional
09 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, optional

# How To Make It:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine milk, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, black pepper, and cardamom if using.
02 - Whisk well and heat gently over medium-low heat until steaming, approximately 5 to 7 minutes, ensuring the mixture does not boil.
03 - Stir in honey or maple syrup, coconut oil if using, and vanilla extract. Whisk until thoroughly combined.
04 - Remove from heat. If fresh ginger was used, strain the milk through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids.
05 - Pour into mugs and serve warm immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like comfort in a mug, with a creamy sweetness that doesn't feel heavy or overly indulgent.
  • You'll notice how the black pepper actually makes a difference—your body seems to absorb the turmeric better, like the spices are working together instead of just floating around.
  • Five minutes of prep means you can make this on the busiest mornings without stress.
02 -
  • That black pepper isn't just flavor—it actually enhances your body's ability to absorb the turmeric's beneficial compounds, so it's doing invisible work and shouldn't be skipped or treated as optional.
  • If you're using whole milk and honey, the drink stays stable for a couple days in the fridge, and you can reheat it gently or even drink it cold over ice on warmer days.
03 -
  • Measure your turmeric carefully—too much tastes earthy and overwhelming, while the right amount feels balanced and warming without dominating.
  • Always add honey or maple syrup after removing from heat, since heating these syrups can destroy their delicate properties and change their flavor profile.
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