Tropical Mango Ginger Tonic

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups water
• 1½ inches fresh ginger root, thinly sliced
• 1 inch fresh turmeric root, sliced (or 1 teaspoon ground turmeric)
• 1 tablespoon dried hibiscus flowers
• 1 teaspoon dried mango pieces (or 2 tablespoons diced fresh mango, added after brewing)
• 1 mango herbal tea bag
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (or 1 small cinnamon stick)
• ¼ teaspoon whole black peppercorns (or a pinch of ground black pepper)
• 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice (optional)

Optional sweeteners

• Honey
• Stevia
• Monk fruit sweetener
• Erythritol

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Pour the water into a small saucepan.
2. Add the ginger, turmeric, hibiscus, dried mango, cinnamon, and black pepper.
3. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes.
4. Remove from the heat and add the mango herbal tea bag. Steep for 5–7 minutes.
5. Strain into a mug or pitcher.
6. If using fresh mango, stir in the diced mango or blend it into the strained tea for a richer, fruitier drink.
7. Add the lime juice if desired and sweeten to taste.
8. Serve warm, or chill and pour over ice. Garnish with fresh mango cubes or a lime slice for a refreshing tropical finish.