I Tried Rishi Turmeric Ginger Tea, Here’s My Honest Review

I’ve been living in the States for 10 years now. I first came here for college, then moved to New York, so at this point I’m basically a New Yorker. And I’m sure you’ve heard that we New Yorkers love an early-morning, late-night routine . . . which conveniently allows us to drink more than a couple cups of coffee a day.

I might be a New Yorker now, but I’m also Turkish. Growing up in Turkey, tea was non-negotiable — it was just part of life. But after adapting to the American lifestyle, I’m ashamed to say I went from drinking several cups of tea a day to having it once in a blue moon. And honestly, the tea here just doesn’t compare to the tea back home (and I’m not even talking about the ritual, everyone drinking tea together like it’s water, which adds so much to the experience). So I slowly just let it go.

That’s why when Rishi Tea reached out with their tea offerings, I was genuinely excited to hopefully get my groove back and try a new tea company. I immediately checked their website, which has a ton of options from Japanese matcha (another favorite of mine, as long as it’s high quality and not chalky) to blends with turmeric and ginger, cinnamon plum, Earl Grey lavender, and even vanilla mint chai, which I haven’t seen much before. I wanted to try everything. The website is visually pleasing, and seeing the loose tea leaves honestly just made me want to start brewing right away.

Once I got the package that’s filled to the brim with Turmeric Ginger ($36), it took me maybe 3 to 5 minutes to make my first cup, I was that excited. And let me tell you, it did not disappoint. They come individually packaged, which I love because it helps preserve the aroma and prevents the tea from going stale. Plus, it just feels more hygienic.

The awesome, centering energy of golden turmeric root is enhanced by strengthening licorice root and zesty ginger in this Ayurveda-inspired blend.

The tea is uncaffeinated and super easy to prepare. The instructions are printed on each sachet, but if you get the loose-leaf version, you basically use 1.5 tablespoons in 12 oz of hot water (around 200°F) and steep for 5 minutes. If you want an extra soothing cup, you can steep it stronger and longer, up to 10 minutes. They also offer a Simple Brew Loose Leaf Teapot ($29) and Loose Leaf Tea Filters ($9) to make things easier. Or you can just do what I do and stick with the pre-packaged sachets. The good thing is Rishi offers everything — sachets, loose leaf, iced teas, concentrates, powders, you name it.

What I Like About Rishi’s Turmeric Ginger Tea

The moment I took a sip, I knew I was going to be hooked. I personally love ginger – I use it in meals, soups, green juices, anything. I think it’s one of the best ingredients for supporting your health, and when you pair it with turmeric, there’s no going back.

One thing I loved about this tea is that you can actually taste both ginger and turmeric strongly. The flavor is sharp and warming, and it feels like you’re fighting a cold even before you have one. The tea is slightly spicy thanks to the golden turmeric and the citrusy, spicy ginger, truly a perfect match. Fragrant lemongrass and citrus peels add a lemon-drop sweetness that balances out the turmeric’s pungency. You can taste the tradition behind the Ayurvedic blend.

As someone with a hectic schedule, who can’t afford to get sick, is obsessed with natural herbal benefits, and constantly tries to keep her digestion calm (my stomach hurts all the time), this tea feels like it’s about to become my best friend.

What’s Worth Noting Before You Try It

I’m not ashamed to say I had two cups back-to-back while working, and I could feel my digestion waking up (if you know what I mean).

The only downside is that the tea is a bit more expensive than supermarket tea options. But honestly, the flavor strength, ingredient quality, and sourcing transparency make the price understandable if you’re looking for something that feels like a treat and not just a random tea bag.

It’s also caffeine-free, which might be a downside for some, but I actually love that I can drink it during the day or night without worrying about sleep.

Who Is Rishi’s Turmeric Ginger Tea Best For?

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Where Can You Buy This Tea?

You can purchase it directly from Rishi Tea’s website or on Amazon which has their full selection — from sachets and loose leaf to matcha, concentrated teas, and unique blends.

Rating:

★★★★

Balim Tezel (she/her) is a shopping updates editor at PS and the founder of Maison des Nus, a New York-based affordable luxury brand. She graduated from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism.