- Add :
 2 1/2 Cups Water;
 1 Inch Fresh Turmeric Root, Peeled and Thinly Sliced;
 1/2 - 3/4 Inch Ginger Root, Thinly Sliced;
 Black Pepper, to Taste;
 to a saucepan and bring to a simmering boil over medium low heat.
- Add :
 Cinnamon Stick or Ground Cinnamon ( Optional );
 Slices of Fresh Lemon ( Optional );
 
- Continue to simmer for 6 to 8 minutes.
- Add in :
 Maple Syrup or Sugar, to Taste;. 
- Strain and serve.
- Add :
 Lemon Slices, if needed;. 
- Chill and serve over ice cubes as iced tea.