This Golden Turmeric Ginger Mocktail is a vibrant, zero-proof drink that blends earthy turmeric, zesty ginger, and bright lime with a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Lightly sparkling and refreshing, it’s a bold yet soothing mocktail perfect for warm days or whenever you want a flavorful, feel-good sip.

Michele DiCristofaro, MS, RD, LDN

Golden Turmeric Ginger Mocktail

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup water
  • ½ cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon turmeric powder
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 5-6 ounces plain or lime-flavored seltzer water
  • Ice
  • Fresh mint and lime wedge for garnish

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Microplane or grater
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups/spoons
  • Rocks glass
  • Stirrer

Method
 

  1. Prepare Syrup: Add water and honey to saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Stir until dissolved. Add turmeric powder and ginger and simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Strain and cool.
  2. Fill a rocks glass with ice and add lime juice and 2 tablespoons of the cooled syrup.
  3. Top with seltzer water and stir gently.
  4. Add mint and a lime wedge for garnish.