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Cold Busting Orange Turmeric Tea Latte {Vegan}

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This Orange Turmeric Tea Latte will boost your health and energy! It’s a cold-busting vegan latte, loaded with extra Vitamin C, brain-boosting healthy fats, minerals, and anti-inflammatory properties.  A fruity, caffeine-free bulletproof latte that’s warming and nourishing! Paleo friendly.

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 Boost your health with a cold busting blood orange turmeric tea latte! This Vegan "Golden Milk" latte is loaded with extra Vitamin C, rich in minerals, and anti-inflammatory properties. A fruit sweetened spiced latte that's warming and nourishing! Paleo friendly.

We’ve partnered with Bulletproof Brain Octane Oil in this Updated version of my Vegan Turmeric Tea Latte recipe. We’re retested, added more photographs, updated nutrition content. Now I am republishing it for you today! I hope you enjoy. Thank you for following Cotter Crunch Y’all!.

Gimme all the brain power, immunity, and energy please!

This caffeine free Turmeric Tea Latte might just cure all. 

As I sit here coveting a cup of turmeric tea latte (in conjunction to typing this post), it’s 65F outside. Mind you just 2 days ago I was shoveling a blanket (or 3) of snow from my drive away after. Can I confess something? I don’t mind it. In fact, this Texas girl thinks it’s so pretty! It brightens up living room but at the same makes me feel cozy. Ya, I know, I’m that weirdo who’s never seen so much powdery snow. Until we moved to Utah a year ago!

caffeine-free bulletproof latte made with turmericBoost your health with a cold busting blood orange turmeric tea latte! This Vegan "Golden Milk" latte is loaded with extra Vitamin C, rich in minerals, and anti-inflammatory properties. A fruit sweetened spiced latte that's warming and nourishing! Paleo friendly. What I don’t like is that the ups and downs of the temperature all also brought an up and down of seasonal allergies, brain fog, and a wee little cold in APRIL! Bah-humbug! My poor husband got a double dose of a migraine as well. It came then went then came again.

Thankfully I think we beat it for good this time! I’d like to credit my amazing bulletproof turmeric tea latte skills to that. Okay, I may be exaggerating, but still. Do you even know how magical this golden milk latte is? SUPER HEALING POWERS!

It all begins with a double dose of turmeric, healthy fats from the brain octane oil (MCT oil included), and vitamin C rich foods.

ingredients to make a blood orange turmeric tea latte

These ingredients; orange juice (or in this recipe, blood orange juice), turmeric spice (rich in Curcumin; active constituent of turmeric), coconut milk and oil, maple syrup, herbal tea, vanilla, ginger, nutmeg, and cinnamon make up one powerful “golden milk” tea latte.

HOW TO MAKE  Bulletproof Blood Orange Turmeric Tea Latte (1 MIN):

I wasn’t lying about those heavenly ingredients in this Turmeric Tea Latte! The “GOLDEN GATES” of healing. See what I did there? Puns, always. I should note, that using blood orange has less acidic taste, so it’s perfect for a sweetener boost!

thick and creamy vegan latte in a mug

Ingredients in Orange Turmeric Tea Latte

Anyway, let’s chat more about each ingredient.  I’ve been dying to get nutrition nerdy with turmeric again!

  • Orange juice (or blood orange juice) – We all know that oranges are rich in Vitamin C, but did you know that blood orange is actually higher?  Yes, they have a more concentrated amount of Vitamin C and higher amounts of the flavonoid pigment anthocyanin (a disease-fighting antioxidant). The pigment that gives them that red color!  Plant power ya’ll!
  • Turmeric spice (rich in Curcumin; active constituent of turmeric) – Studies have shown that Curcumin has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, and anticancer properties. Ya —> ULTIMATE HEALING!
  • Unsweetened Almond or Coconut milk – Dairy free, vegan milk. Rich in Minerals Almond milk is rich in antioxidant Vitamin E.
  • Bulletproof Brain Octane Oil – A quick source of pure energy from quality MCT oil. Helps fuel your brain and body.
  • Maple syrup (or raw honey if you are not vegan) – Natural sweetener rich in minerals. And anti-bacterial due to its phenolic compounds! This means Maple syrup could help fight unwanted bacteria (pathogens). Um, like a virus. Like the one we had.
  • Herbal tea – Rich in anti-oxidants, soothing, calming. Made from herbs, fruits, seeds, or roots then steeped in boiling/hot water.
  • Ginger, Nutmeg, and Cinnamon – Great for easing digestion, anti-inflammatory properties, and of course anti-oxidation properties. Which means it can help fight that oxidative stress going on in your body. Stress from being sick, over working, overtraining, life. All of the above.

bulletproof latte made with turmeric tea

orange turmeric tea bulletproof latte in a tall mug

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Orange Turmeric Tea Latte {Vegan and Caffeine free}

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  • Author: Lindsay Cotter
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 5 min
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 3 cups 1x
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Boost your health with a cold busting vegan orange turmeric tea latte! This bulletproof “Golden Milk” latte is loaded with extra Vitamin C, rich in minerals, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Scale

Ingredients

  • 2 herbal tea bags (like ginger tea, orange hibiscus, or herbal tea of choice).
  • 6 oz almond milk, other dairy free milk, or water.
  • 10–12 ounces almond milk or coconut milk
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric root (see notes for brand_
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon (divided)
  • 1 tsp whole cloves or 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
  • Optional Pinch of black pepper for better absorbency
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or raw honey (use maple syrup vegan)
  • 1 juiced orange or blood orange
  •  1 tbsp 100% pure MCT (Coconut oil) (Bulletproof Brain Octane Oil
  • pinch of cinnamon for topping (optional)
  • optional vanilla extract
  • extra froth
  • orange peel to garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Steep your tea bags in 6 oz of dairy free milk or water. You want the tea extra concentrated.
  2. Next place 10-12 ounces of coconut or almond milk in small pot. Add your ginger, cloves, turmeric, cinnamon, orange juice, maple syrup, and optional nutmeg. Whisk together.
  3. Bring to a soft boil, then reduce and simmer for 5 minutes to extract the spices. And until maple syrup is dissolved. Add vanilla extract here if you want. About 1/2 tsp. Mix again.
  4. Strain the nutmeg if you are using whole.
  5. Pour 2 – 3 ounces of the brewed concentrated tea you into a cup.
  6. Whisk your golden milk (the mix in the pot) again so create a frothy textures. You can also just use a frother.
  7. Pour 1/2 cup or so over your tea cup to create a latte.
  8. Garnish with extra cinnamon and orange peel if desired.
  9. Repeat for 3 cups.

Notes

I use this Turmeric Root from Simple Organic.

Nutrition shown based on 6oz serving using Almond Milk

iron 1.2mg

  • Category: drinks
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 oz
  • Calories: 146
  • Sugar: 18.3g
  • Sodium: 89.6mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.8g
  • Carbohydrates: 22.7g
  • Fiber: 0.6g
  • Protein: 1.1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: golden milk, tumeric tea, latte, tea latte, immunity boosting

So you see, this Blood Orange Turmeric Tea Latte really does nourish the whole mind, body, and soul! A boost in brainpower, energy, and immunity will have you tackling your day, despite the weather!  And in lickity split time! But also, you must believe in the power of real food as medicine.  Corny, yes? Placebo effect? Nah! It’s all good and true baby!

 

vegan tea latte in a mug

Boost your health with a cold busting blood orange turmeric tea latte! This Vegan "Golden Milk" latte is loaded with extra Vitamin C, rich in minerals, and anti-inflammatory properties. A fruit sweetened spiced latte that's warming and nourishing! Paleo friendly.

What’s your cold busting remedy? Have you ever tried a Turmeric Tea Latte or a bulletproof tea latte?

Navel Orange vs Blood Orange – which team are you on? Orange you glad I asked? LOL! 

 

P.S. I once wrote an entire recipe post for blood oranges and the whole time I wrote “Orange Blood.” Let’s just say my brain might need more Octane STAT. ACK!

Cheers!

 

 

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Photo of Lindsay Cotter of Cotter CrunchHi, I’m Lindsay!  Gluten Free Nutrition Specialist, food photographer and author of Nourishing Superfood Bowls, and meal plan guru! I’d love to know you more! Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and drop a comment below.

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  5. Julia Mueller says

    This looks like the perfect bevvie to kick a cold!…or just to enjoy and sip on any chilly afternoon/evening. I’m loving all the tasty, nutrient-packed ingredients! Cheers to a delicious mug of cold-busting bliss!

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  6. Shashi at RunninSrilankan says

    What is it about those cold temps that follow temporary warm temps in winter that always seems to have people sick? Bunch of folks here are down for the count – nasty colds and that awful flu – I need to send them some of this orange turmeric tea – or maybe just the recipe link? I wish I could say I shared your love for that white stuff – I’ve tried …but…I might have to try harder cos my daughter doesn’t wanna settle down in Hotlanta! P.S. Hope you have a wonderful healthy weekend – now I need to search your site for that “Orange Blood” recipe 🙂

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  7. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says

    Hope you guys are back to 100% soon! We just got over that crud. It was miserable!!! I needed this in my life then. Probably still do. We know we love the turmeric!

    Oranges… I like them all! Cara Caras are my favorite. Or any orange in the form of a mimosa. LOL!

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  10. Emily says

    I love that you have such a knowledge of all the cold fighting remedies that God has made; it’s wondrous that food is so healing and so nourishing for our bodies. I’m glad you’re staying super cozy there in Utah; I really loved the snow we got here too! God is so merciful to us.

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  13. Traci | Vanilla And Bean says

    I had total heart eyes when I saw this! I’ve been a turmeric latte drinker for a while now, but never thought to brew actual herbal tea for it! I only use spices, lol! This is so vibrant and delicious. This will be made! xo

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  18. Andy James says

    Love the ingredients in this recipe, anti-inflammatory heaven! What I haven’t got in my kitchen cupboard this afternoon, is going on my shopping list. Thanks for recipe. Andy

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  36. W. Burns says

    This sounds delicious and I have everything I need to make it! I would be the only one drinking this in my house. Would this reheat well the next day or should I just cut the recipe down to a single serving?

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  37. Lulu says

    Ok, I used whatever I had on hand which means I juiced an orange, threw in a tablespoon of coconut oil, turmeric, honey, spices, and licorice/clove Yogi tea, heated it up, whirred it in my NutriBullet, and it tastes like a mutantly- fabulous hot Orange Julius. I would add rum if it wasn’t 8:30 AM (or maybe I can use the excuse of my cold…)

    This post could not have had better timing in my inbox.

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