Turmeric Cinnamon Tea: Recipe and How to Make It

Turmeric cinnamon tea is a spiced water infusion that takes about 2 hours 5 minutes, including steeping, and makes about 2 cups (480 mL).

What is turmeric cinnamon tea?

Turmeric cinnamon tea combines turmeric and cinnamon with water for an earthy, gently spiced drink. This version uses ground spices and steeps in the refrigerator; you can serve it cold or warm it before drinking.

Although it is called tea, this recipe does not require tea leaves. If you enjoy spice and herb infusions, explore herbal detox tea for another approach.

How do you make turmeric cinnamon tea?

This recipe makes about two 1-cup (240 mL) servings. The spices will not dissolve completely, so expect some sediment even after stirring.

Ingredients

• 2 cups (480 mL) water
• 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric (about 0.8 g, or 1/192 cup)
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (about 0.7 g, or 1/192 cup)

Instructions

1. Combine the water, turmeric and cinnamon in a covered pitcher or jar.
2. Refrigerate for 2 hours, or up to 4 hours for a fuller flavor.
3. Stir the infusion, then strain it through a fine strainer if you prefer less sediment.
4. Pour into cups and serve cold, or gently warm it in a saucepan before serving.

For another combination, try the ai detox recipe generator.

Keep leftover turmeric cinnamon tea refrigerated and drink it within 24 hours of preparation for the best flavor. Discard it after 2–3 days, or sooner if it becomes cloudy, slimy or sour-smelling. Do not leave it at room temperature for more than a few hours.

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What does turmeric cinnamon tea do for detox?

Turmeric cinnamon tea provides water, which helps you stay hydrated. It has not been shown to detoxify the body or improve liver or kidney function.

Your liver and kidneys do most of your body's detoxification; your lungs and gut also help eliminate waste. Sweat removes only trace amounts. Drinking enough fluid supports normal body functions, but this tea is not a substitute for those organs.

Research on turmeric or cinnamon often uses concentrated ingredients rather than turmeric cinnamon tea. Results from those products cannot establish what a cup of this infusion will do.

How much turmeric cinnamon tea should you drink, and when?

There is no established medical dose or best time to drink turmeric cinnamon tea. If you enjoy it, try a 1-cup (240 mL) serving with a meal or at another convenient time as part of your usual fluid intake.

You do not need to follow a detox schedule or drink it every day. If a clinician has advised you to limit fluids, follow their guidance when deciding how this drink fits into your day.

What are the side effects of turmeric cinnamon tea?

Spices can cause stomach discomfort in some people. Stop drinking turmeric cinnamon tea if it upsets your stomach, and speak with a clinician about persistent pain, nausea or other concerning symptoms.

If you have gallstones or liver disease, take blood-thinning medication, are pregnant, or want to give the tea regularly to a child, ask a clinician whether it is appropriate. Cassia cinnamon contains coumarin, which can be a concern for the liver with repeated high intake; Ceylon cinnamon generally contains less.

Seek urgent medical help for trouble breathing or swelling of the lips, tongue or throat after drinking it.

Turmeric cinnamon tea FAQs

Why is turmeric cinnamon tea grainy?

Ground turmeric and cinnamon do not fully dissolve in water. Stir before pouring, or strain the tea to remove some of the particles.

Can you serve turmeric cinnamon tea cold?

Yes. After the refrigerated steep, serve it as it is or warm a portion gently. Return any remaining tea to the refrigerator promptly.