This isn’t your average medicine. This homemade cough syrup is a soothing, warming elixir that combines the natural soothing properties of honey, the bright clarity of lemon, the cool relief of peppermint, and the gentle warmth of bourbon. It’s a timeless remedy that feels as good as it works.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
Instant Comfort: A small dose soothes sore throats and calms coughs with a unique blend of cooling and warming sensations.
Incredibly Simple: No cooking is required! Simply layer the ingredients and let time create the magic.
A Thoughtful Gift: A beautifully bottled jar, complete with an “Adults Only” tag, makes a unique and caring gift for the winter season.
A Nostalgic Remedy: This recipe harks back to a simpler time, making it a wonderful conversation piece.
Yields: 1 quart jar
Prep time: 10 minutes
Infusion time: 6 weeks
Ingredients
20-25 hard peppermint candies (candy canes or starlight mints), crushed
4 fresh lemon slices (from 1-2 lemons)
⅓ cup high-quality honey (local is ideal)
Kentucky bourbon, enough to fill a quart jar (approximately 2 cups)
Instructions:
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Instructions
Prepare the Peppermint: Unwrap the peppermint candies and place them in a sturdy zip-top bag. Using a rolling pin or mallet, crush them until you have enough to fill a clean quart mason jar about halfway.
Layer the Ingredients: Place the crushed peppermint at the bottom of the jar. Arrange the fresh lemon slices on top of the peppermint layer.
Add Honey & Bourbon: Drizzle the honey over the lemon slices. Slowly pour the bourbon into the jar until it is full and all ingredients are completely submerged.
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