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Turbo Tonics

Hand-made in Matakana · Aotearoa New Zealand

Made in Matakana

Potent, Effective & Delicious

Turbo Tonic is hand-made using fresh, cold-pressed turmeric and ginger juice blended with NZ lime juice and bush honey. No added water, just concentrated, nutrient-dense goodness. Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, immunity boosting and most importantly, delicious.

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Turbo Tonic concentrate in 125 ml, 500 ml and 1 litre bottles

Over 200 stockists nationwideHandmade in Matakana

Why do our customers keep coming back?

Turbo Tonic Testimonials

We bought it for the health benefits, but we love it for the taste. A shot in hot water as a night time tonic is hard to beat.
Adam
A morning game-changer. Zingy ginger with a fresh lime kick that tastes so good. I am not shy to say I am addicted.
Kay · Wellington
I find it hard to start the day without it now. I drink it as a shot, and love the flavour hit.
Julie · Titirangi
TT is my sunshine in a cup each day.
Melody
I LOVE Turbo Tonics. In every form. A shot, with a bit of still, or with loads of sparkling. Nothing else compares.
Ella
It is the intensity of the flavours that keeps me purchasing. It's not till you have tasted it that you realise the quality of the ingredients in the bottle.
Sherry
I've tried kombucha, kefir, and one very questionable green juice, but you know when you've found the one. The zing of TT makes 'good for you' actually mean something.
Annette · Tāmaki Makaurau
It's become a staple in my fridge. Tastes amazing. Hardest part is only having the recommended daily dose.
Sarah · Whanganui
Best straight, or with added freshly squeezed citrus. A vibrant and gutsy boost to the day, and the long-lasting aftertaste is to be relished.
Rebecca · Mystery Creek
There are so many ways to enjoy it. My current favourite is to mix it with milk and Yakult, which makes a great turmeric lassi.
Chris · Whitianga
Healthy AND tasty! How can we resist? I look forward to my shot every morning.
Janaki and Jayant · Queenstown
I am 77 and I have a shot every morning, and so far no winter ills. My son, a builder, uses it daily now also.
Ruth · Cambridge
Keeps me well all winter, and I love that it's yummy both hot and cold.
Emma
Very soothing to drink with warm water on cold winter mornings.
Sharmistha · Auckland
Turbo Tonic has been a staple in our fridge for three years at least; there is always a bottle on the go. It's the perfect balance of sharpness without being too sour, and I love how it isn't sweet.
Clare
I have been drinking Turbo Tonic since I took a shot of it at my friend's place, straight from her fridge.
Leigh
My favourite product we sell, and the easiest to sell, hands down. My parents receive regular deliveries comped by one of their four children, turn and turn about, and we're all equally addicted.
Greta · Keri Berries Farm Store, Kerikeri
It lasts ages and keeps well in the fridge. I even have my 15-year-old son hooked on it.
Anna · Rerewhakaitu
Love it so much I gift a bottle to friends as a thank you … everyone loves it, adding their mixer … yuzu, tonic water, ginger beer or ginger ale!
Prudence · Auckland
In winter I enjoy it as a hot toddy and in summer as a refreshing soda drink.
Andrea · Auckland
I love this product simply because it is Kiwi-made with the best produce and tastes FANTASTIC!
Alison
Turbo Tonic is a delicious way to get your turmeric intake sorted … I’ve been trying it for a couple of years and now get the bulk delivery, so we never run out.
Annabel · Auckland
Love Turbo Tonics as a feel-good start to the day. Have it as a shot in the morning to kickstart the day.
Tracey · Wellington
Our family loves the Turbo Tonic Concentrate, even the kids love having a shot!
Zoe · Central Otago
the Turmeric, Ginger & Lime is fresh and zingy, the Turmeric LATTE is spicy and creamy, and the BOOST is great stirred through a cup of soup or added to meals.
Alana · Christchurch
The first time I tried Turbo Tonic I was hooked! … The fresh ingredients make this a high quality product.
Josephine
I love the fresh taste and the boost Turbo Tonic gives me every morning xxx :)
Sue · Auckland
I have a shot of Turbo Tonic every morning to kick start my day. On the weekends it is the same but as a refreshing hot drink – love it.
Kerry · Hamilton
A great all year-round drink. Sparkling water in the summer, hot in the winter, and a great alternative to tea or coffee at night.
Rebecca
Just about to go online and order another six bottles.
Teresa · Arrowtown
Your drinks are amazing. I always have a fridge stocked with cans.
Sean
How to enjoy it

Every day in every way

So many ways for you to enjoy your daily turmeric dose.

  • Turbo Tonic concentrate beside a steaming mug in a kitchen

    Hot

    A simple mix of TT and hot water creates a soothing and highly effective immune-booster. Perfect for daily maintenance when you're under the weather.

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  • Turbo Tonic concentrate beside sparkling water and lime on an outdoor table

    Cold

    A classic for a reason: Turbo Tonic topped up with still or sparkling water. A delicious and potent addition to your daily wellness routine.

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  • Shot

    Shot

    Kickstart your system and take it straight - a power-packing 50ml shot of potent turmeric goodness.

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  • Twelve 125 ml bottles of Turbo Tonic ready to drink

    Ready to Drink

    TT goodness on the go; take these R2D shots to the gym, the beach, or on a walk. Keep a spare in your bag, car, or desk drawer.

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  • Six cans of Turbo Tonic Sparkling

    Sparkling

    Fizzy refreshment and natural goodness in the convenience of a can. Our summery sparkling TT is a healthy, refreshing, beachside beverage.

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  • A jar of Spiced Turmeric Latte powder

    Latte

    Love a latte? Our rich blend of turmeric, coconut and spice is the go. Served hot with milk, it’s warming in winter or just as nice cool over ice.

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  • A jar of Turmeric and Kelp Boost powder

    Boost

    Sooner have savoury? This turmeric, kelp and spice mix adds a nutrient-dense punch to curries, soups or sauces. Equally excellent sprinkled on meat, fish or veggies.

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Use all three together for our lowest price a bottle.

  1. Turbo Tonic concentrate six-pack

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    Buy more bottles each time you order. Each bottle costs less, and the shipping cost stays the same up to 6 bottles.

  2. Turbo Tonic concentrate twin-pack

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Buy in Bulk

  1. 2 bottles

    $29.50a bottle

  2. 4 bottles

    $29.00a bottle

  3. 6 bottles

    $29.00a bottle

  4. 15 bottles

    $28.50a bottle

HAND PICKED INGREDIENTS

Our Ingredients – Nature's Superheros

Click through for more about our ingredients' superpowers and the science behind them.

  • TurmericTurmericFijian turmeric root, wild grown, cold press juiced at TTHQ and blended straight away, so as to preserve volatile compounds, flavour and colour.

    Turmeric and the benefits of its active ingredient curcumin have long been used in traditional medicine. Now recognised by modern research, curcumin has been thoroughly established as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-microbial - and more! (see Health Hub)

    Learn more
  • Lime JuiceLime JuiceWe only use NZ lime juice supplied by St Andrews Limes in Hawkes Bay. It's flavour is more fragrant than cheaper imported lime juice.

    Lime juice contains high amounts of Vitamin C, an essential nutrient and incredibly effective antioxidant. Vitamin C is an immune powerhouse, supporting antimicrobial and infection fighting processes. Lime juice itself is rich in phytochemicals - compounds known to be anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antihypertensive, meaning it can prevent high blood pressure. Lime juice can also be antifungal to pesky strains like Candida.

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  • NZ bush honeyNZ bush honeyWe use darker, malty flavoured "bush blend" honey from Northland. We don't use any artificial sweeteners or refined sugars.

    Honey is an ancient medicine, used for its antibacterial, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties for thousands of years. More recently, it is even being evaluated as a potential treatment for antibiotic resistant infections.

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  • We juice fresh Fijian or Thai ginger and blend it straight away, to preserve volatile essential oils, which provide its citrusy, woody aroma, and phenolics, which provide its pungent, tongue-burning heat.Fresh gingerWe juice fresh Fijian or Thai ginger and blend it straight away to preserve volatile essential oils, which provide its citrusy, woody aroma, and phenolics, which provide its pungent, tongue-burning heat.

    Ginger is an incredible ingredient. It has many superpowers including analgesic (pain killing), anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, cholesterol lowering, and nausea-eliminating properties. Originally famous for being a tummy settler, but actually capable of so much more.

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  • Black pepperBlack pepperBlack pepper increases turmeric's absorption in your body, ensuring you get the maximum benefit. The little dark specks at the bottom of the bottle are black pepper, so give your TT a good shake.

    Black pepper contains the active compound piperine which majorly increases the curcumin in turmeric's bioavailability (its ability to absorb into your body). We think piperine stops the body from breaking down curcumin prematurely. One study showed piperine increased curcumin bioavailability by 2000%

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WHY A CONCENTRATE ?

High Potency: Our Root Cause

At Turbo Tonics we're all about nutrient density, so we put enough of everything needed to make a difference in the bottle. Turbo Tonic Concentrate, made with 27% turmeric juice, 36% lime juice, ginger juice and raw honey, combines plant-derived compounds, including potently antioxidant phenols, curcumin and gingerols, with vitamin C. These ingredients are rich in nutrients that protect and repair cells, help manage inflammation, improve digestion and strengthen immunity.

Fresh turmeric root cut open, beside ginger and limes
27%Cold-pressed turmeric juice
The juice from 220g of fresh Fijian turmeric root goes into every 500ml TT bottle, with loads of fibrous sediment and black pepper to maximise curcumin absorption.
30mgCurcuminoids per serve
That's in every 50ml dose of Turbo Tonic Concentrate, as tested and verified by government agency Callaghan Innovation.
NO H2OAdded water
TT is a concentrate. That means we don't dilute with fillers like water or apple juice. You add the water yourself; we recommend a 1:5 ratio. A 500ml bottle of Turbo Tonic Concentrate makes 3 litres.
FreshCold Pressed
We cold-press fresh turmeric and ginger juice at our base in Matakana, then blend these with NZ lime juice, bush honey, Vit C and black pepper. Bottled the very next day, our process helps preserve the fresh ingredients’ vibrant colour, distinctive aroma and naturally occurring oils and nutrients.
About the whole root

The best nutritional value comes from eating foods as close to "whole" as possible. Superior absorption is due to the "food matrix effect". In turmeric, the "food matrix" includes fibre, proteins, carbohydrates, and native volatile oils (turmerones) and phenols. This is why we juice fresh turmeric ourselves and leave so much fibre sediment in the bottle.

Read the wholefood research

Turbo Tonic is a food, not a medicine. However, if you are pregnant or are taking medication, please be sure to check in with your health professional before increasing your turmeric intake.

THE CONCENTRATE

TURBO TONIC: Enhanced Absorption & Bioactivity

Turbo Tonic combines ingredients using processes designed to maximise bioactivity by combining whole ingredients that together generate benefits greater than the sum of their parts.

Compare the ingredients, processing and use of three turmeric formats.
Point of DifferenceTurbo Tonics concentrateTurmeric powderCurcumin extract /Supplements
Curcumin AbsorptionFresh whole turmeric, fresh cold pressed so as to preserve fibre, proteins, carbohydrates, and native volatile oils (turmerones) and phenols which work synergistically to enhance curcumin absorption Scientists from Massey university demonstrated absorption levels of curcumin from whole dried turmeric root to be up to 42 x that of curcumin extract due to the "food matrix effect": https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31347643/Dried whole turmeric root May contain synthetic curcumin manufactured from petrochemicals is commonly used in turmeric based nutraceuticals
Whole-root componentsPressed juice with natural oils and fine root solidsDried root with fibre and a range of plant compoundsSelected compounds; depends on the formula
Natural oils /terpenes and fibreWe cold press fresh turmeric root preserving bioactive compounds leaving sufficient fibre in the turmeric juice to aid absorption.We dehydrate pulp made from fresh whole turmeric root, thus preserving bioactivity and fibre.Volatile compounds that enhance turmeric's bioactivity are destroyed through large scale processing, storage and packaging of turmeric powder based supplements.
Biochemical Synergy The combined biological impact of the turmeric, ginger, lime, honey, Vit C and black pepper greater than the sum of the individual ingredients consumed separately.The combined biological impact of our LATTE and BOOST ingredients is greater than turmeric powder consumed on its own.Pure turmeric and Curcumin supplements do not come with additional ingredients selected to enhance biochemical synergy.
Absorption BoostersLime juice, Vit C and pepper all enhance curcumin uptake from the gut.BOOST & LATTE contain coconut milk powder because curcumin loves to "piggyback" inside fatty acids across the intestinal wall into the bloodstream. Turmeric supplements may come with black pepper.
Power Couple - Turmeric & Ginger Mixed, they form a multi-angled assault on systemic inflammationWe make the organic turmeric and ginger powder used in both our LATTE & BOOST Commercial blends that have retained bioactivity might be challenging to find.
Dual Action - Antimicrobial Effects of Honey and Turmeric Honey mixed with the volatile, volatile-oil-based antimicrobial properties of ginger and turmeric, suppresses multiple types of pathogens.We recommend you add a teaspoon of honey to your Spiced Turmeric LATTE.. not only does it make it taste great it boosts the antimicrobial action of both. NO honey included

Customer reviews...

We bought it for the health benefits, but we love it for the taste. A shot in hot water as a night time tonic is hard to beat.
Adam
A morning game-changer. Zingy ginger with a fresh lime kick that tastes so good. I am not shy to say I am addicted.
KayWellington
I find it hard to start the day without it now. I drink it as a shot, and love the flavour hit.
JulieTitirangi
TT is my sunshine in a cup each day.
Melody
I LOVE Turbo Tonics. In every form. A shot, with a bit of still, or with loads of sparkling. Nothing else compares.
Ella
It is the intensity of the flavours that keeps me purchasing. It's not till you have tasted it that you realise the quality of the ingredients in the bottle.
Sherry
I've tried kombucha, kefir, and one very questionable green juice, but you know when you've found the one. The zing of TT makes 'good for you' actually mean something.
AnnetteTāmaki Makaurau
It's become a staple in my fridge. Tastes amazing. Hardest part is only having the recommended daily dose.
SarahWhanganui
Best straight, or with added freshly squeezed citrus. A vibrant and gutsy boost to the day, and the long-lasting aftertaste is to be relished.
RebeccaMystery Creek
There are so many ways to enjoy it. My current favourite is to mix it with milk and Yakult, which makes a great turmeric lassi.
ChrisWhitianga
Healthy AND tasty! How can we resist? I look forward to my shot every morning.
Janaki and JayantQueenstown
I am 77 and I have a shot every morning, and so far no winter ills. My son, a builder, uses it daily now also.
RuthCambridge
Keeps me well all winter, and I love that it's yummy both hot and cold.
Emma
Very soothing to drink with warm water on cold winter mornings.
SharmisthaAuckland
Turbo Tonic has been a staple in our fridge for three years at least; there is always a bottle on the go. It's the perfect balance of sharpness without being too sour, and I love how it isn't sweet.
Clare
I have been drinking Turbo Tonic since I took a shot of it at my friend's place, straight from her fridge.
Leigh
My favourite product we sell, and the easiest to sell, hands down. My parents receive regular deliveries comped by one of their four children, turn and turn about, and we're all equally addicted.
GretaKeri Berries Farm Store, Kerikeri
It lasts ages and keeps well in the fridge. I even have my 15 year old son hooked on it.
AnnaRerewhakaitu
Love it so much I gift a bottle to friends as a thank you…everyone loves it, adding their mixer…yuzu, tonic water, ginger beer or ginger ale!
PrudenceAuckland
In winter I enjoy it as a hot toddy and in summer as a refreshing soda drink.
AndreaAuckland
I love this product simply because it is Kiwi made with the best produce and tastes FANTASTIC!
Alison
Turbo Tonic is a delicious way to get your turmeric intake sorted. […] I’ve been trying it for a couple of years and now get the bulk delivery so we never run out.
AnnabelAuckland
Love turbo tonics as a feel good start to the day. Have it as a shot in the morning to kick start the day.
TraceyWellington
Our family loves the Turbo Tonic Concentrate, even the kids love having a shot!
ZoeCentral Otago
the Turmeric, Ginger & Lime is fresh and zingy, the turmeric latte is spicy and creamy, and the BOOST is great stirred through a cup of soup or added to meals.
AlanaChristchurch
The first time I tried Turbo Tonic I was hooked! […] The fresh ingredients make this a high quality product.
Josephine
I love the fresh taste and the boost turbo tonic gives me every morning xxx :)
SueAuckland
I have a shot of Turbo Tonic every morning to kick start my day. On the weekends it is the same but as a refreshing hot drink - love it.
KerryHamilton
A great all year-round drink. Sparkling water in the summer, hot in the winter, and a great alternative to tea or coffee at night.
Rebecca
Just about to go online and order another six bottles.
TeresaArrowtown
Your drinks are amazing. I always have a fridge stocked with cans.
Sean
The science hub

Science & Superpowers

We have created a "Health Hub" where we review, report and provide links to the latest research on health benefits associated with TT ingredients . Click on the any of the benefits, conditions, areas of interest below, to learn more.

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About the founder

Cath Lewis

Founder & Owner

Chief Engineer · BSc Human Nutrition and Biochemistry

As founder and Chief Engineer of Turbo Tonics, Cath is a problem-solver, entrepreneur and passionate advocate for food as medicine.

What began during Covid as community drop-offs and letterbox deliveries of her turmeric, ginger and lime tonic has since grown into something far bigger. Today, she runs a fully fledged bottling plant in Matakana, with Turbo Tonics now distributed nationwide.

More about Cath

For Cath, the most rewarding part of the work is making something people find truly useful, a product they genuinely love and weave into their daily wellness routines. She is now focused on designing new products that are an expression of her deeply held belief that nutrient-dense whole foods have the power to transform health and wellbeing.

Cath believes, “As functional food and drink producers, there is a responsibility to honour the trust invested in us by customers by delivering products with true nutritional integrity.”

Beyond production, Cath is also committed to supporting the next generation of Kiwi entrepreneurs. She actively mentors young people, sharing practical lessons in business creation, product development and entrepreneurship.

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One 50 ml serve a day. Neat as a shot, or diluted in hot or cold water. When you're run-down, take it twice. A 500 ml bottle holds 10 serves and makes at least three litres of drink.