Golden Milk
Golden Milk, also known as turmeric latte, is a warm, creamy beverage traditionally rooted in Ayurvedic practices from the Indian subcontinent. It typically features turmeric as the star ingredient, blended with milk (dairy or plant-based), sweeteners like honey or maple syrup, and warming spices such as ginger, cinnamon, and black pepper.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Golden Milk is generally low in protein and moderate in carbohydrates, depending on the sweetener used, with most calories coming from the milk's fat content. It provides key nutrients like curcumin from turmeric, along with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds from the spices.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 80 kcal |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbs | 10 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 100 mg |
| Calcium | 200 mg |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 µg |
| Phosphorus | 150 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.9 µg |
| Potassium | 250 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
What makes Golden Milk unique is its blend of cultural heritage and functional nutrition; it's not just a comforting drink but is often consumed for its potential wellness benefits, particularly due to the bioactive properties of turmeric enhanced by black pepper for better absorption.
