Add milk to a pan on medium heat. After a minute or two (when the milk is little lukewarm) add turmeric powder to it.Then add crushed green cardamom pods, sliced ginger, black peppercorns and cinnamon stick.

Add in the sweetener and whisk it all together and bring to a low simmer for 5 minutes. You don't need to boil it but it should be nicely hot throughout.Remove pan from heat, cover pan with a plate or lid and let it sit for another 5 minutes for the flavors to steep in. Strain the golden milk using a strainer into serving cups.You may sprinkle with cardamom or cinnamon powder before serving.