The Tuber Tonic Toddy
The Perfect Cold Season Warm-Up
Turmeric had a moment a few years back, when its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits made it all the rage. But working this distinctive spice into your diet can require some creativity. Enter Tuber Tonic, a combination of potent natural ingredients, including turmeric, and made right here in Mendocino County. For devoted tea fans like myself, this signature product, created by Mendocino Tea Company, serves up a flavor-bursting, caffeine-free pick-me-up that boosts immunity and overall resilience with the help of organic turmeric, ginger, elderberries, cinnamon, and black pepper. Combine this vigorous infusion with drambuie and top it off with a cinnamon stick for a warming winter cocktail to spice up the season.
First, make the Tuber Tonic by adding two tablespoons to a quart of boiling water. Remove from the heat and let it sit for a minimum of 10 minutes up to all day (this magical mix will not become bitter). For the toddy, combine 6 ounces of hot Tuber Tonic with 1 ounce of Drambuie and garnish with a cinnamon stick. Pull up a chair by the fire, throw on whatever music soothes your soul, and sip solo or with some friends for a sociable occasion to keep winter’s chill at bay.
Purchase Tuber Tonic from Mendocino Tea Company at MendocinoTea.com.
