The Dawa (medicine) cocktail, invented in Nairobi, was inspired by the Brazilian ‘Caipirinha’ drink. Dawa is commonly prepared when fighting a cold or sore throat. Today Dawa is a very popular drink and found at tables and cafes throughout Kenya. It is loved for its strong ginger aroma.
Ingredients
• 1 piece ginger root, grated
• 1 tablespoon of root turmeric (preferably) you can substitute 1/2 tablespoon ground turmeric
• The juice of 1 lemon
• Honey to sweeten (optional)
Preparation
• In a pot, add 2 glasses of water, ginger, and turmeric. Once it boils, reduce heat and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
• Remove from heat and settle for 1-2 minutes.
• Strain, add honey, and serve.
• Dawa can either be served chilled or hot. In the summer, it is lovely over ice with fresh mint. Mixing it with Prosecco will impress your guests!
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