
Ginger is the knobby root, or rhizome, of a tropical plant first grown in Southeast Asia and now cultivated in India, China and beyond. In the cup it brings a lively, peppery heat with a bright, zesty, slightly citrusy aroma that warms from the first sip. Ginger is one of the stars of chai and pairs well with black tea, green tea, rooibos and herbal blends, often alongside lemon, cinnamon, turmeric and peach. It is great hot with honey or brewed strong and served iced.
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Turmeric is the bright orange root of a plant in the ginger family, native to South Asia and a cornerstone of Indian cooking. In the cup it gives a warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor with a gentle bitterness and a brilliant golden color. Turmeric blends beautifully with ginger, cinnamon, black pepper, cardamom and citrus, and it works with rooibos, green tea and herbal blends. It is the star ingredient of golden milk, so try steeping it strong and adding warm milk.
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