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1 tsp whole cloves (6–8 buds)
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1 tsp fennel seeds (saunf)
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1 tsp fine amla powder (unsweetened)
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Juice of ½ fresh lemon
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1 tsp raw honey
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Pinch of turmeric powder
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1 thin coin of fresh ginger
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300 ml filtered water
Procedure
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Crush the spices
Gently bruise cloves and fennel seeds with a mortar and pestle to unlock their aromatic oils. -
Simmer
Combine the crushed spices and ginger with 300 ml water in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower the flame and simmer for five minutes. -
Steep
Turn off the heat, cover the pan and allow the infusion to rest for another five minutes so volatile compounds remain trapped. -
Strain & cool
Pass the liquid through a fine mesh sieve into a heat-safe glass or mug. Let it cool until pleasantly warm (not scalding) to preserve delicate vitamin C and honey enzymes. -
Fortify
Stir in amla powder until fully dissolved, then add lemon juice, raw honey and a pinch of turmeric. Mix well, inhale the soothing aroma and sip slowly.