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Honey ginger kids' cough syrup

A gentle, alcohol-free syrup that calms coughs and soothes sore throats. Safe for kids over 1 year (honey is the only adult-only restriction).

25 min
Prep time
$0.35
Per serving
24
Servings
Easy
Difficulty

Ingredients

  • 2 inchesFresh ginger root, sliced thin
  • 1 lemonLemon, sliced
  • 2 cupsWater
  • 1 tspWhole cloves
  • 1 cinnamon stickCinnamon
  • 1 cupRaw local honey (added after cooling)

Instructions

1
Simmer aromatics
Combine ginger, lemon, water, cloves, and cinnamon in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil then reduce to a low simmer.
2
Reduce
Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until liquid reduces by half. The mixture will smell warm and spicy.
3
Strain and cool
Strain into a measuring cup, pressing solids to extract all liquid. Discard solids. Let cool to lukewarm — never add honey to hot liquid.
4
Add honey
Stir in raw honey until fully dissolved. Pour into a glass bottle. Refrigerate up to 2 months. Give 1 tsp to kids ages 1+ as needed; 1 tbsp for adults. Not for babies under 1 year.
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These recipes are for general wellness purposes only and have not been evaluated by the FDA. Consult your healthcare provider before use if pregnant, nursing, or on medications.