Jamu Juice
Jamu is a traditional Indonesian drink known for its vibrant color and bold, grounding warmth. This version keeps it simple and spice-forward — using The Curried Spirits Ground Turmeric in place of fresh turmeric. Fresh ginger brings brightness, lemon adds lift, and a touch of honey rounds everything out. Enjoy it chilled as a daily tonic, or warm as a soothing cup.
Ingredients
For the Jamu Base
- 2 tsp The Curried Spirits Ground Turmeric (equivalent to 1 cup roughly chopped fresh turmeric). If new to turmeric drinks, begin with 1 tsp and gradually increase to 2 tsp as your palate adjusts.
- 1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, roughly chopped
- 4 cups coconut water (or filtered water)
- A small pinch of The Curried Spirits Black Peppercorn (optional, recommended)
To Finish
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 3 tbsp)
- 2 tbsp honey (adjust to taste)
Method
- Blend: Add ground turmeric, ginger, coconut water, and black pepper (if using) to a high-speed blender. Blend for about 1 minute until smooth.
- Optional simmer: Pour the blended mixture into a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for up to 20 minutes. This step is optional. Simmering deepens the flavor and softens the ginger's sharpness. Skip it if you prefer a fresher, brighter profile.
- Finish: Remove from heat (if simmered). Stir in lemon juice and honey while still warm.
- Strain & store: Strain through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a glass jar. Refrigerate and enjoy within 4–5 days.
Serving Notes
- Serve chilled as a morning wellness shot or warm gently before serving for a soothing drink.
- If the drink tastes very bold, dilute with a little extra coconut water or filtered water.
- Black pepper is optional but recommended for enhancing curcumin absorption.
- This drink is often enjoyed as a wellness tonic in small servings (about ½ cup shots) due to its concentrated flavor.
Why Use Ground Turmeric?
Using The Curried Spirits Ground Turmeric keeps the ritual easy — no peeling, no staining, and consistent single-origin depth in every batch. The same golden warmth, simply made easier.
Spices Used in This Recipe
This vibrant wellness drink combines the golden warmth of turmeric with the bright heat of ginger.
The bold, grounding flavor comes from:
- Ground Turmeric – vibrant golden color and earthy depth
- Black Peppercorn – enhances turmeric absorption
Using fresh, high-quality spices from The Curried Spirits makes all the difference in this traditional Indonesian tonic.
