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Turmeric Bug

A ginger bug is like a sourdough starter for drinks, building a probiotic culture over days of feeding. Once active, it naturally carbonates teas, juices, or sodas. Our turmeric version boosts immunity with the antimicrobial power of ginger and turmeric plus gut-friendly bacteria.

Takes 5 days

Serves 1

Ingredients
 

  • 100 g fresh turmeric optional, for immune-boosting version
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 500 ml water

Daily Feeding (for 5 days):

  • 10 –15g fresh ginger or ginger + turmeric mix, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp brown sugar

Probiotic Iced Tea Ingredients (for 1 litre):

  • 50 ml turmeric/ ginger bug
  • 1 L water still or sparkling
  • 1 lemon cut into wedges
  • 6 sprigs fresh mint
  • 50 g frozen raspberries for chill and flavour
  • 1.5 tbsp maple syrup or to taste

Instructions
 

Start the bug:

  • In a 3-litre sterilised jar, add 100g finely chopped ginger (and/ or turmeric, if using), 2 tbsp brown sugar, and 500ml filtered water. Stir well to dissolve the sugar. Seal with a loose-fitting lid and label with the date.

Feed daily for 5 days:

  • Each day, add 10–15g finely chopped ginger (or ginger-turmeric mix) and 1 tsp brown sugar. Stir well. This daily feeding keeps the yeasts and bacteria alive and active.

Burp daily:

  • Open the lid once a day for a few seconds to release any built-up gas, then reseal. This prevents pressure from building and avoids jar explosions.

Ready to use:

  • After 5 days, the bug should smell yeasty and slightly sweet-like beer or sourdough. It’s now ready to use in probiotic drinks.

Storage:

  • Keep the finished bug in the fridge and feed it once a week to keep it alive. It will last approx. 1 week without feeding. Bring it back to room temp and resume feeding to reactivate.
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