Turmeric-Honey Herbal Tea with Citrus Zest

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

A warm herbal tea blending turmeric, honey, and citrus zest to help soothe sore throats and ease cold discomfort. This Middle Eastern-inspired recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, brings together water, ground turmeric, ginger root for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 60 calories and feeds 2, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 tsp ground turmeric
• 1 inch, thinly sliced ginger root
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp, grated lemon zest
• 1 tsp, grated orange zest
• 1 cinnamon stick
• a pinch black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tsp ground turmeric, 1 inch thinly sliced ginger root, 1 cinnamon stick, and a pinch of black pepper.
2. Step 2: Reduce heat to low and simmer the mixture for 10 minutes to allow the spices to infuse and release their flavors.
3. Step 3: Remove from heat and strain the liquid into a mug, discarding solids.
4. Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp honey, 1 tsp grated lemon zest, and 1 tsp grated orange zest until the honey dissolves completely.
5. Step 5: Sip warm to help soothe sore throat symptoms and promote comfort during a cold.