Golden Turmeric Latte

Warm, golden, and healing. Turmeric latte — or "golden milk" — is an ancient Ayurvedic remedy that happens to also be delicious. The perfect cozy evening drink.

Drinks · Prep 5 min · Cook 5 min · Serves 2 · Easy · By Tina · Published

Golden Turmeric Latte - drinks recipe

Ingredients

  • 400 ml milk, any milk
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon, ground
  • 1/4 tsp ginger, ground
  • 1 pinch black pepper, activates curcumin
  • 1 tbsp honey, to taste
  • 1 tsp coconut oil, optional

Liquid Sunshine

There's something deeply comforting about wrapping your hands around a warm mug of golden milk. It's anti-inflammatory, gently spiced, and honestly one of the most soothing drinks I know. Perfect for those evenings when you want something warm but not caffeinated.

How to Make It

Warm the milk in a small pot over medium heat. Whisk in the turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, and black pepper (the pepper helps your body absorb the turmeric — science!).

Heat until steaming but not boiling. Stir in the honey and coconut oil until dissolved.

Pour into mugs and dust with a little extra cinnamon.

Tina's Tips

  • The black pepper is essential — it increases curcumin absorption by 2000%
  • Be careful with turmeric — it stains everything it touches!
  • Add a shot of espresso for a "dirty golden latte"
  • This is my go-to evening drink when I want to wind down

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