Thai Ginger Root

Despite the familiar name, Porter Hill’s Thai Ginger Root is galangal root, not common culinary ginger. It has a brighter, more aromatic sort of heat, with citrus-like lift, a lightly piney edge and a dry peppery finish.

Choose it if you enjoy ginger’s warmth but fancy something less familiar. If you are after the rounded bite of a classic lemon-and-ginger drink, this will taste distinctly different.

Aromatic • Peppery • Citrussy

Why you’ll love it

• Naturally caffeine-free, with no tea leaf in the stated ingredient
• Single-herb character rather than a sweetened or flavoured blend
• Good plain, sharpened with lemon or softened with a little honey

Ingredient

Galangal root.

The supplier information identifies galangal but does not state a botanical species. If exact botanical identity, allergy, pregnancy, medicines or another health consideration matters to you, ask us to check the current pack before ordering and seek appropriate professional advice rather than treating this as a remedy.

Brewing guide

• Amount: 1 teaspoon per cup
• Water: Freshly boiled water (100°C)
• Time: Start at 3 minutes

Strain and taste it plain. Use a little more root or extend the next infusion if you want a stronger cup; shorten it if the peppery finish is too pronounced. A roomy basket infuser gives the cut pieces space to circulate.

Milk or ice?

It is generally best without milk, which can hide galangal’s brighter aroma. For a chilled drink, brew a little stronger, cool promptly and pour over ice.

Read the Thai Ginger Root guide for the flavour difference between galangal and common ginger, plus brewing adjustments.

Storage

Keep it sealed, cool and dry, away from heat, sunlight and strong aromas.

Thai Ginger Root FAQs

What does Thai Ginger Root taste like? Despite the name, this is galangal root. Expect aromatic, peppery warmth rather than ordinary ginger.

Does Thai Ginger Root contain caffeine? No. There is no tea leaf in it, so it is naturally caffeine-free and suits an evening cup.

How do I brew Thai Ginger Root? Use one teaspoon per cup with freshly boiled water. Taste it, then adjust the time next round rather than stewing the leaves.

How should I store Thai Ginger Root? Keep the pouch sealed and somewhere cool, dry and dark, away from strong smells like coffee or spices.