Mix up your morning drink with this easy iced golden ginger latte. This drink is refreshing and perfect for a hot summer day!
This is my new drink obsession!! After trying Starbuck’s new golden milk latte drink, I was definitely inspired to make my own. I mean you guys already know my obsession with turmeric. I put it in pretty much everything from smoothies to lemon water to soups. It has amazing benefits, which we will discuss, and adds a unique taste.
In this latte, the turmeric combined with the ginger, cinnamon, and coconut milk creates a delicious, creamy flavor. This drink will make you feel refreshed and satisfied!
How to make an Iced Golden Ginger Latte:
Ingredients:
- turmeric
- ginger
- cinnamon
- maple syrup
- black pepper
- coconut milk
How to make:
Add all of the ingredients into a blender and then blend together. Add 1 cup coconut milk and 1/4 cup ice to a glass, then pour 1/2 cup of the turmeric mixture on top and serve!
Benefits of Turmeric:
Turmeric has many beneficial properties including:
- anti-inflammatory properties
- anti-oxidant properties
- anti-bacterial properties
Turmeric has been studied for its role in cancer prevention and possibly cancer treatment.
Turmeric has also been studied for its role in preventing Alzheimer’s disease.
How much turmeric do we need:
- it is recommended to have 1/4 tsp a day!
- add a dash of black pepper in to increase the body’s ability to absorb turmeric
Read more about the benefits of turmeric here.
Benefits of Ginger:
Ginger has long been studied and used for its medicinal properties.
Some beneficial properties of ginger include:
- anti-inflammatory properties
- anti-bacterial properties
Ginger has been shown to help reduce symptoms of:
- nausea
- muscle pain
- arthritis
- indigestion
- menstrual pain
Read more about the benefits of ginger here.
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Iced Golden Ginger Latte
Ingredients
- 3 cups coconut milk
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- dash of black pepper
- 1 cup ice
Instructions
- In a blender, add 1 cup of the coconut milk, the turmeric, ginger, maple syrup, cinnamon, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Add 1 cup of the coconut milk and 1/2 cup ice to a glass. Pour 1/2 cup of the turmeric mixture on top.
- Serve and enjoy!
