Step 1

Pour the measured water into a small saucepan (Note and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. (I like to get the water started in my kettle.) Add the turmeric, ginger, and black pepper and stir.

Step 2

Reduce the heat to a medium-low, and simmer for 5-10 minutes, depending on how strong you’d like the steep.

Step 3

Strain the tea through a fine sieve into a cup. Squeeze in the lemon juice (the color will lighten). Sweeten with honey, if you’d like.

Step 4

Heat approximately 1 1/2 cups water (depending on the size of your mug) in a tea kettle. Using less water = stronger flavors.

Step 5

While the water comes to a boil, place the turmeric, ginger, and black pepper in a large mug (preferably thick/heat-proof - you want the water to stay as hot as possible).

Step 6

Pour boiling water into the mug. Cover and allow to steep for 5 minutes.

Step 7

Strain the solids by pouring the tea through a sieve into another mug, or leave as-is if you don't mind the ginger root in your tea.

Step 8

Squeeze in the lemon and give it a stir. Sweeten with honey, if you'd like.