Honey Ginger Cough Syrup
A soothing and delicious syrup made from honey and fresh ginger, perfect for comforting coughs and sore throats.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3-4 inches Fresh ginger, peeled and sliced If fresh ginger isn't available, ground ginger can be used as a substitute.
- 2 cups Filtered water Using filtered water enhances the overall quality of the syrup.
- 1 cup Honey For a vegan alternative, consider using agave nectar or maple syrup.
Optional Ingredients
- Optional herbs like thyme or mint These can add delightful nuances to the syrup.
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel and slice about 3–4 inches of fresh ginger root into thin slices.
- Combine the sliced ginger with 2 cups of filtered water in a saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat and allow it to simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the mixture into a measuring cup, discarding the ginger slices.
- Stir in 1 cup of honey into the warm ginger infusion until completely dissolved.
- Allow the syrup to cool and then transfer it to a clean glass jar or bottle. Store in the refrigerator for about a month.
Notes
You can add a squeeze of lemon juice for a citrusy twist and extra vitamin C. Avoid boiling the syrup too vigorously, as this can destroy the delicate oils in ginger. Honey should not be added to the boiling mixture directly.