A turmeric latte becomes more than a comforting warm drink when it’s made with whole, fresh ingredients. It turns into a deeply nourishing blend that supports digestion, immunity, and overall vitality. Using soy milk or another plant milk as the base creates a creamy, nutrient‑rich foundation, while water helps the spices infuse fully. Pure maple syrup adds gentle sweetness without overwhelming the natural flavours, keeping the drink aligned with a whole‑food approach.

Fresh ginger brings a bright, warming heat that stimulates digestion and supports circulation. Ginger is known for its ability to soothe the stomach, ease bloating, and calm inflammation throughout the body. Fresh turmeric adds its signature golden colour along with curcumin, a powerful anti‑inflammatory compound that supports joint health, immune balance, and cellular repair. When turmeric is consumed with black pepper, as in this latte, its absorption increases significantly, allowing the body to access more of its benefits.

Cinnamon and nutmeg add aromatic depth while offering their own wellness properties. Cinnamon helps support balanced blood sugar and provides antioxidant protection, while nutmeg contributes gentle warmth and digestive support. A splash of vanilla essence ties everything together, softening the spice profile and adding a naturally sweet aroma that makes the drink feel soothing and indulgent.

Together, these ingredients create a latte that supports the body on multiple levels. The anti‑inflammatory synergy of turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and black pepper helps calm the system, making it especially comforting during colder months or times of stress. The spices stimulate digestion, the plant milk provides steady energy, and the natural sweetness keeps the drink satisfying without relying on refined sugars. It’s a whole‑food beverage that nourishes from the inside out, offering warmth, comfort, and wellness in every sip.

Turmeric Latte

Catherine Barclay

A cosy, golden turmeric latte made with warm soy milk, fresh ginger, and freshly chopped turmeric, lightly sweetened with pure maple syrup and rounded out with cinnamon, nutmeg, black pepper, and a hint of vanilla. Comforting, aromatic, and naturally anti‑inflammatory, it’s a soothing whole‑food drink that brings both warmth and wellness in every sip.

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Course Drinks

Cuisine Indian

Servings 2 servings

Ingredients

  

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• 1½ cups soy milk or plant milk of your choice
• 1 cup water
• 1-2 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 12 grams fresh ginger roughly chopped or grated
• 10 grams fresh turmeric roughly chopped or grated
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
• ¼ tsp ground black pepper
• ¼ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

 

• Add all ingredients into a blender and process until smooth.
• Strain through a mesh strainer to remove lumps of ginger and turmeric.
• Have a taste and add more spice if required.
• Pour mixture into pot and heat at med-low to warm through, do not boil.
• Serve and enjoy.

Keyword plantbased, vegan, wfpb

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