Homemade cough syrup from your kitchen pharmacy? Kitchen Remedy Cough Syrup is made out of natural ingredients. No dyes, chemicals, preservatives, or synthetic ingredients.
Honey, spices, and apple cider vinegar combine to make this old fashioned cough syrup recipe. It tastes good and works to help you stop coughing. NO side effects either.
You can make this DIY cough syrup in 5 minutes!
Making your own cough remedy will save you money. Believe me when I say this is the best natural cough syrup around!
Over the counter cough medicine for coughs and colds taste terrible. Most of the time they don’t work, and can be very expensive. There is also the risk of side effects.
RECIPE and INSTRUCTIONS for this natural cough remedy can be found at the bottom of this post.
I prefer a more natural approach to help us during cough, cold and flu season. This honey ginger cough syrup recipe is just what you need.
There are loads of foods and spices that are jammed packed with healing properties. I would much rather fight a cough and cold with food than medication. We all know soup makes us feel better when we are sick. Nothing better than wrapping your hands around a nice hot bowl of pho, or mushroom soup to warm you up.
I did some searching and reading to find a better way to win the fight and yes it actually does exist. Natural cough remedies are a great alternative.
How To Make Homemade Cough Remedy
This DIY cough medicine requires simple kitchen ingredients. You will need:
- honey
- apple cider vinegar
- cayenne pepper
- cinnamon
- ginger
- hot water
Place ALL the ingredients into a small glass jar. Shake to mix well. Your cough medicine is ready to use.
Here are some READERS Comments:
Christina says:
I have been suffering from a persistent cough for the last week. Finally, after trying to go to sleep with zero success for the fourth night, I decided to look something – ANYTHING – up to try to relieve this. I came upon this recipe and immediately went to the kitchen to make it. I will be honest, was not expecting the “whoa, my goodness!” moment I had when I took the first tsp. I will, however, admit that just the one teaspoon was certainly enough, for now anyway. Thank you for sharing this, it has turned out to be a very welcome “miracle.”
Barbara says:
I’ve had a horrible cough for over 3 weeks, actually had to postpone surgery because of it. I took so many otc cough syrups and nothing worked. Last night I found this…OMG I was skeptical but this stuff works! I actually slept last night without waking up coughing my head off. Thank you so much!
M. Corey says:
It works! It did a better job than the px cough medicine given to my husband. It has a bit of a punch, so some may wish to decrease the amount of cayenne pepper added.
DIY Cough Syrup Recipe Tips
- For this recipe, I used *(affiliate) raw unfiltered honey. I find the liquid version works best as it dissolves a little easier. Creamed or *(affiliate) Manuka honey would also be great alternatives.
- Be sure to use *(affiliate) organic apple cider vinegar for the best health benefits.
- If you are going to make it for kids, you might want to cut back on the cayenne, they might find it too spicy.
- *(affiliate) Ceylon cinnamon also called “true” cinnamon is a better choice than the Cassia variety found in grocery stores.
FAQ
It has been told that cinnamon can kill viruses and fungi.
It is a rich source of antioxidants that can give a boost to the immune system. Cinnamon is also antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal.
As long as it is used correctly, the acid in the vinegar may work similar to lemon and pineapple just to stop the tickle in the throat. It ALWAYS needs to be diluted with water.
Before giving honey to children, please read this article: FYI the medical profession advises against giving honey to children under 12 months of age.
Since this is made with kitchen staples, you can easily make this when needed. I have safely kept this in my kitchen cupboard for several weeks.
You can keep it in a *(affiliate) small glass jar, making it easy to shake before use.
This will be up to you. I can say we take 2 teaspoons when needed to help stop coughing. We have taken it safely several times a day, with no side effects.
This natural cough suppressant is our go-to remedy hands down. It has proven to be the best medicine to cure our coughs.
You are the only person that can make the decision for you and your family’s health. Honey and cinnamon have strong antibacterial properties that have been known to help with coughs and as a sore throat soother.
Most colds are caused by viruses. Infections usually require antibiotics, so you would have to contact your health professional.
Home Remedies for Coughs, Colds And Sore Throats
I am all about fighting the cough and cold season with food and spices. I remember my dad swore a hot toddy got rid of his cold.
Elderberry syrup is my first defense when my family starts to feel under the weather.
Honey and lemon drinks always seem to help when you need some cold and flu relief.
Next time you have a cough don’t head to the drug store. Kitchen Remedy Cough Syrup can be found in your kitchen pharmacy!! Homemade cough medicine works like a charm in our house. A great alternative to help stop coughing attacks.
What is your favourite natural remedy?
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Homemade Cough Remedy
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons hot water
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a small glass jar.
- Secure on the lid, and shake well to combine.
- Take as often as needed.
Courtney Bratincevic
I am NOT a fan of ACV, but this was surprisingly tasty as well as effective. I’m here again to make another batch for this current sickness. Highly reccomend! (My husband also does, the five year old does not.)
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
So glad you found this homemade cough remedy helpful. My grandkids will even take this WITH the cayenne.
Julie
This genuinely does the job. Compared to shop bought cough medicines it is so much better. My husband calls it the magic potion and takes two desert spoons.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I am glad you find it helpful….feel better soon.
RJ
I’ve used this before and it really does wonders ! Always have a batch made and ready to go.
Is there a compatible substitute for cinnamon ? I have a family member who is allergic to cinnamon and could really benefit from this when it comes to coughing spells due to allergies.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
You can always leave out the cinnamon, or any ingredient that people cannot tolerate. Glad you find this DIY cough remedy helpful, we do too.
Steph
I’d had a horrible cough for over 2 weeks. Violent bouts of coughing that left me on the verge of vomiting. Even worse at night; couldn’t sleep at all. A member of my small group from church sent me a link to this recipe and went to my kitchen to make it immediately. Although skeptical, I was willing to try anything for relief. It literally stopped my cough in its tracks. I went several hours without a single cough. Not sure how, but it absolutely works! I’ve just taken another dose so praying for a restful nights sleep.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I am so happy you found some relief from your coughing. Thanks so much for popping by and writing this wonderful comment. I really appreciate it.
teresa
does this need refrigerated?
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
No it does not need to be refrigerted.
Debra Parkinson
I also have a covid cough for 3 months now. I’m definitely going to try this, but may I ask, Is there a substitute for the cayenne pepper?
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I have sent you an email, so let me know how this works for you. YES you can leave out the cayenne, and I suggest this especially if you are making this for children.
Sharon
Chronic cough going into week 6 after Covid. Going to give this a go. Nothing else has worked. Hopeful😅😷
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Oh no, well I sure hope this DIY cough remedy brings you some relief.
Krystal
What is the proper measurements of each ingredient?
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
If you scroll down to the recipe card everything you need to know is there.
Emma
I’ve been coughing for almost a week. A quick search I found your recipe, I had all the ingredients. It was so simple and tastes great. It works really fast too. Thank you.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I am so glad this cough remedy has helped you feel better.
Sharon
I don’t know who you are or when you posted this, but I love you!! Recovering from covid and the cough is brutal! Sent hubby to buy cough syrup, and he came home with dog & cat food, sausages and popsicles but no cough syrup! After coughing nonstop for a couple of hours, I googled homemade cough syrup, and I found you. This stuff is amazing! Silenced my cough immediately. I will sleep well tonight. You are my hero right now!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I am so glad you found some relief with this DIY cough remedy. I hope you are feeling better soon.