Turmeric Ginger Milk Tea

This Turmeric Ginger Milk Tea is like a warm hug in a mug. It’s a simple mix of earthy turmeric, spicy fresh ginger, and creamy milk steeped with caffeine-free rooibos tea. The color is a beautiful golden yellow, and it’s just the thing when you want something soothing, cozy, and good-for-you. It’s calming, gently spiced, and totally comforting—especially on chilly mornings or when you’re winding down at night.

💛 Why I Love This Recipe

a steaming mug of turmeric ginger milk tea, golden yellow in color with a slight foam on top and a sprinkle of cinnamon or turmeric.

This is my go-to when I want something warm and soothing that still feels special. The ginger gives it a little kick, the turmeric makes it golden and earthy, and the rooibos makes it feel like a tea latte without the caffeine.

Caffeine-free but still full of flavor
Anti-inflammatory and cozy
Feels like a hug in a cup
Comes together in 10 minutes
Great hot or iced

🍵 Makes: 2 servings

⏱️ Ready in: 10 minutes

🛒 What You’ll Need

2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated or sliced
1 rooibos tea bag
1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
Pinch of black pepper (helps activate turmeric)

ingredients for turmeric ginger milk tea: milk in a clear glass jar, ground turmeric on a small white plate, freshly grated ginger on a small white plate, a rooibos tea bag on a small white dish, honey in a tiny white bowl, and black pepper in a tiny white pinch dish

👩‍🍳 How to Make Turmeric Ginger Milk Tea

Step 1: Heat the Milk with Turmeric and Ginger

Add milk, turmeric, ginger, and a pinch of black pepper to a small saucepan and heat gently until warm but not boiling.

milk, turmeric, and fresh ginger in a small saucepan, starting to steam with golden swirls forming.

Step 2: Steep the Rooibos Tea

Add the rooibos tea bag to the hot milk mixture and let steep for 4–5 minutes.

a rooibos tea bag steeping in the golden milk mixture, ginger floating in the liquid, and steam rising

Step 3: Strain and Sweeten

Strain out the ginger and tea bag. Stir in honey or maple syrup if using.

turmeric ginger milk tea being poured through a fine strainer into a glass measuring cup, golden liquid flowing smoothly.

Step 4: Serve Warm

Pour into mugs and sprinkle a little turmeric or cinnamon on top if you’d like.

🍪 What to Serve With

A slice of banana bread
Almond biscotti
Oatmeal cookies
Toast with nut butter
Fresh fruit or a small fruit salad

❓ FAQ

Can I use powdered ginger instead of fresh?
Yes! Use ½ teaspoon if you don’t have fresh ginger.

Is rooibos tea required?
Nope! You can skip it or swap for chamomile or any non-caffeinated herbal tea.

Why add black pepper?
It helps your body absorb the good stuff in turmeric (curcumin). You won’t taste it much.

Can I make this ahead?
Yes—just store it in the fridge and reheat gently before serving.

Can I drink it cold?
Definitely! Let it cool and serve over ice for an iced golden milk tea.

✨ That’s It!

This Turmeric Ginger Milk Tea is warm, creamy, and feels like you’re doing something good for yourself with every sip. Whether it’s your new bedtime drink or your cozy mid-morning pick-me-up, it’s the kind of tea that keeps you coming back. Give it a try and let me know if it becomes your new favorite! 💛🍵