Are you still sipping on “golden lattes”, or are you ready to to take your turmeric commitment to the next level? For those who’ve let the trend pass by, the turmeric latte is the sporty cousin of the matcha variety: lauded for its numerous health benefits, such as strengthening the immune system. Those who believe will feel it. In South East Asia and India, the place where the tuber – also known as yellow tulip or Indian saffron – originates from is considered holy. As well as adding turmeric to curry or a glass of warm milk, turmeric can also be enjoyed over ice, thanks to the start-up 26° North, who has created a fantastically refreshing summer drink from their Helmholtzplatz headquarters, based on a recipe from Java and made from 100% natural ingredients. Their “Kurkuma (Tumeric) Tonic” looks like lemonade but forgoes the sugar overload for the enticing flavors of ginger, lemon, black pepper, green cardamom and a pinch of Ceylon cinnamon. A perfectly unfussy, grown-up refreshment, and a good alternative to alcohol at the bar. The gin can stay at home, and so can the hangover. We’re hoping to see it become a mainstay in fridges around town this summer. (Text: Nina Trippel / Photos: 26° North)
