Glass mug filled with citrus turneric tea with a cinnamon stick coming out on top of a wooden cutting board
Updated: September 23, 2026
By Lynn Matava , and Sarah Truitt

Citrus Turmeric Tea Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 2 Whole Limes, scrubbed
  • 1 Whole Lemon, scrubbed
  • 1 Whole Orange, scrubbed
  • 1 Tsp. Ground Turmeric
  • 1 (2-in.) Piece Ginger, scrubbed and thinly sliced
  • 5 Fresh Oregano Sprigs
  • Hot water, for serving
  • Honey, for serving
  • Pinch Black Pepper

Instructions:

  1. Slice the limes, lemon and orange into ¼-inch-thick rounds, leaving the skin on. Place the citrus slices in a medium pot and fill with 8 cups of water. Stir in the turmeric and black pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat. Lower to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat, and add the sliced ginger and fresh oregano. Cover and allow to steep for 10 minutes. Strain.
  3. Serve hot in mugs, as 1-2 oz. portions, diluted to taste with more hot water and sweetened with a drizzle of honey.
  4. Tonic can be cooled and stored refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. To reheat, portion the cold tonic into mugs and top with boiling water.

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