Ingredients

• 2 cups Milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (or 1 small cinnamon stick)
• 1 pinch Black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
• 0.25 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small saucepan, combine the milk, ground turmeric, ground ginger, ground cinnamon (if using powder), and freshly ground black pepper.

2. 2

   If using a cinnamon stick, add it to the saucepan now.

3. 3

   Whisk the ingredients together well to ensure the spices are fully incorporated into the milk.

4. 4

   Heat the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until it is hot but not boiling. Do not let it boil over.

5. 5

   Once heated through, remove the saucepan from the heat.

6. 6

   Stir in the honey or maple syrup and vanilla extract (if using) until dissolved.

7. 7

   For a smoother texture, you may strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into your mugs, especially if using a cinnamon stick.

8. 8

   Pour the Lait de Curcuma into mugs and serve immediately, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.