My sparkling turmeric ginger mocktail is a riff on a family favorite recipe passed down through four generations from Nigeria to America! It's simple to make with just three ingredients in about five minutes.
And if you enjoy this recipe, you'll love my feel better tea with cayenne pepper!
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This turmeric ginger mocktail recipe is inspired by my dad's immune support routine, which he learned from his grandfather who was a native doctor in Nigeria. He and his brothers make a tea with hot water and a homemade paste made of ginger, turmeric, honey, lemon, cloves, and garlic and to be honest, they rarely get sick.
I don't know about you but I'm taking all immunity superfoods I can get! Hence this turmeric ginger lemon honey tonic.
❤️ Why You'll Love this Recipe
Family Friendly - This ginger based mocktail has notes of fresh citrus, sweet clove, golden honey, and of course warming ginger and turmeric. Best of all, it's simple enough that everyone can make it together and enjoy it together.
Quick & Easy - Put your ginger turmeric honey elixir together in just five minutes! It doesn't get more simple than that.
Sparkling Mocktail Vibes - The bubbles in my lemon ginger honey make this functional drink fun! You can think of it as a kind of ginger grouse mocktail.
We love easy mocktail recipes around here so make sure to check out my grapefruit mocktail with ACV, healthy mint mocktail, and this pomegranate ginger mocktail for the holidays. Oh--and don't forget my hibiscus mocktail with rosewater!
What You'll Need for this Recipe
Ginger Turmeric Honey Syrup is where all the immune support, antioxidants, and inflammation fighting power lies. I make it ahead of time and keep on deck for ease.
Sparkling Water adds effervescence for ginger fizz mocktail vibes. Use whatever brand you like!
Fresh Mint adds color as well as refreshing flavor and aroma in one fell swoop. Use whatever variety of mint you like.
Check out the recipe card below for full ingredients list, measurements, nutrition facts, and step-by-step instructions!
Substitutions & Variations
Mint - Feel free to muddle some mint in the cocktail to release the oils for more flavor.
Water - You can use still water for the same taste without the bubbly effect.
Make it a Tea - Want to enjoy these flavors during the cold winter months? Use hot water instead of chilled sparkling water for a warm and cozy mocktail with ginger syrup.
Turmeric is wonderful in warm drinks like my golden turmeric milk and hot turmeric matcha latte!
How to Make a Lemon Ginger Honey Mocktail
Step One: Pour the infused honey syrup into a glass over ice.
Step Two: Fill with sparkling water.
Step Three: Add a sprig of fresh mint to garnish.
Pro Tip: Make this homemade healthy soda in a rocks glass for more concentrated ginger and turmeric flavor or a highball glass to dilute for more of an infused water vibe.
Making the Turmeric Ginger Honey
Roughly following my dad's immunity tea recipe, I combine water, honey, turmeric, ginger, clove, and lots of lemon juice to make the honey syrup that is the base of this mocktail. This versatile honey is full of flavor an dhealth benefits!
Full instructions are in the recipe card below with even more details in my dedicated ginger turmeric honey syrup recipe post.
Frequently Asked Questions
I don't recommend making this mocktail in advance because the bubbles will fall flat. You can, however, make the turmeric ginger syrup in advance.
Cayenne pepper is a great addition for a subtle kick of heat that balances the sweet, sour, and fresh flavors.
More Healing Turmeric Recipes
I hope you and yours enjoy a round of turmeric ginger mocktails soon and very soon--cheers to your health! And sharing is caring so pin this ginger root mocktail recipe for later and follow me over on Pinterest. Thanks for reading!
📖 Recipe
Turmeric Ginger Mocktail
Equipment
- 1 measuring spoon
- 1 spoon
- 1 rocks glass
Ingredients
- ice
- 2 tablespoon ginger turmeric honey syrup
- 8 ounces sparkling water or club soda
- fresh mint optional garnish
Instructions
- Fill a rocks glass halfway with ice then add honey syrup to glass.
- Fill glass with sparkling water and gently stir to combine.
- Garnish mocktail with a stem of fresh mint, if desired.
Notes
- Add ginger, turmeric, lemon juice, clove, honey, and water to a small saucepan over medium high heat. Stir to combine.
- Bring mixture to a boil then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 30 minutes. Liquid should be reduced, darkened, and slightly thickened. Strain out solids and cool before using.
CT says
I am not sure how I came across this recipe, but I'm glad I did. Very nice!!!!!
Jen says
Hi Jazz! I’m currently sipping on some of your golden milk and I’m hooked! I want to make some of your gingeraide syrup but I only have powdered ginger. You mentioned to use 1/3 the amount if powdered but your recipes calls for turmeric in inches. Would you say 1” of turmeric root equals 1 tablespoon of dried? Please help! xxoo
Jazz says
Hi Jen! I recommend using one teaspoon of powdered turmeric for every inch of fresh. Hope this is helpful.
Mila says
I loved that this was good for me, and good for summer! It's incredibly refreshing and has that perfect zing! Thanks for this recipe!
Marta says
I've been on this detox kick lately and was so letdown by these nasty drink recipes I've been subjecting myself to. I tried this gingerade-turmeric wonder and found what my soul loves. Now I can detox and be satisfied at the same time. Thanks, Jazz!!
Capri says
I love turmeric so much and in this drink it’s absolutely perfect! This was very refreshing!
Jazz says
Yes! Refreshing is the perfect descriptor for this. Thanks for your feedback, Capri.
Kaluhi says
Beautifully refreshing! I love ginger in my drinks and i know for sure i will love this one!
Desirée says
I subbed agave for honey and it turned out so good! Thank you for this recipe!
Jazz says
Yes, I forgot to note that agave can work to make this a vegan drink. Thank you!
Chef Mireille says
I loved the flavor of the clove in this. Not only is this drink good for us but delicious too. A plus definitely that I will definitely be adding to my regular drinks list.
Chenée says
This was so easy to make and delicious!!! I'm so glad I found this recipe because I'm always looking for immune-boosting ingredients!
Jazz says
We need all the immune-boosting stuff we can get right now! Thanks for stopping by.
Tamara says
Wow! I was searching for a recipe to incorporate tumeric- as I had some on hand and know the great health benefits. This drink did not disappoint! It is so refreshing, and it tastes delicious. Definitely holding onto this recipe.
Shani says
I made this into a tea and it was soo good and refreshing this morning! Thank you so much for this recipe!
Jazz says
You are so welcome, Shani!
Brittany Fiero says
This is a great, healthy recipe for boosting my immune system. And with all that is going on, I will definitely drink this often. I’m returning to work soon and increased immunity will be important.
Katrina Adams says
This is the perfect drink for a healthy immune system!! I even shared it with my family and everyone loves it!!
Jazz says
So glad to hear your family enjoyed this! My whole family loves this drink, too.
Christina says
I really enjoyed this! Refreshing, tasty, & I don’t feel so bad about drinking it when I want something other than water or tea 😉 I added one orange since I only had 2 lemons & a little extra honey. Came out great!
Jazz says
I’m so glad you’re loving this drink, Christina! Thanks for your feedback.
Jazz says
That's exactly what sparked this recipe. Glad you're enjoying it, Brittany!
Aly M. says
This drink reminds me of the immune shots I used to pick up at a juice shop in the city. It's strong - but just how I like it! I made a batch for me and my family and we enjoyed it. We'll be making this more often, especially since everyone can use an immune boost in these times. Thank you so much for this!!!
Jazz says
You're so welcome, Aly!
Nij says
Dash of Jazz your recipes are always on time and this one was no exception. Enjoy this sparkling turmeric soda so much, will definitely be on heavy rotation.
Kemion says
I made ginger beer yesterday and I didn't even think to include half of what you included in this recipe. I'm definitely giving this a try.
Renia says
This was such a perfectly refreshing summer beverage. So happy I tried it!!