Objective: Make ginger turmeric tea

Which of the following solutions is more sound in terms of naive physics reasoning?

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(1). 1 or 2 slices of ginger root 1 cup boiling water 1 dash of ground turmeric 1 dash of black pepper honey (optional) Directions: 1. Put the ginger root slices directly in a mug. 2. Add the boiling water, turmeric, and black pepper. Stir well. Allow the tea to steep for 5 to 10 minutes. 3. Add honey to taste, if desired.
(2). 1 or 2 slices of ginger root 1 cup boiling water 1 dash of ground turmeric 1 dash of black pepper honey (optional) Directions: 1. Put the ginger root slices directly in a mug and wash down the sink.. 2. Add the boiling water, turmeric, and black pepper. Stir well. Allow the tea to steep for 5 to 10 minutes. 3. Add honey to taste, if desired.
(1).