Ahara — Food as Lifestyle

Ginger–Pepper Warming Tea

A bright, warming cup of ginger, black pepper and a little cinnamon — enlivening on a heavy, damp morning.

Serves 110 min
Suits:Kapha
Tastes:PungentBitter
Season:WinterSpringMonsoon

Ingredients

  • 1½ cups water
  • 3–4 thin slices fresh ginger
  • 1 small pinch ground black pepper
  • 1 small piece cinnamon bark
  • Lemon or a touch of honey to taste (off the heat)

Method

  1. Simmer water with ginger, pepper and cinnamon for 5–7 minutes.
  2. Strain into a cup.
  3. Add a squeeze of lemon or a little honey once slightly cooled, to taste.
  4. Sip warm.