Home Remedy Cough Syrup is made with kitchen ingredients! No dyes, chemicals, preservatives, or synthetic ingredients. A natural expectorant that works.
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, and there are no side effects.
Soothe your sore throat and relieve persistent coughs with this DIY all-natural homemade cough syrup. Made in 5 minutes!
Making this homemade cough medicine 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.
It is just after the Christmas holidays, and colds and coughs are hitting everyone. This natural expectorant is a staple in our house this time of year. 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 jam-packed with healing properties. I would much rather fight a cough and cold with food than medication. I did some searching and reading to find a better way to win the fight and yes it does exist. Natural cough remedies are a great alternative.
There is nothing better than wrapping your hands around a nice hot bowl or mug of homemade soup to make you feel better. Here are some of our favourites:
How To Make Homemade Cough Remedy
This old-fashioned cough syrup requires simple kitchen ingredients.
- 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 Tips
This simple and effective herbal cough syrup contains no alcohol or chemicals.
- For this recipe, I used raw unfiltered honey. I find the liquid version works best as it dissolves a little easier. Creamed or Manuka honey would also be great alternatives.
- Be sure to use 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.
- Ceylon cinnamon also called “true” cinnamon is a better choice than the Cassia variety found in grocery stores.
- DO NOT give honey to children under 1 year old.
Home Remedies for Coughs, Colds And Sore Throats
This natural cough suppressant is our go-to remedy hands down. Most colds are caused by viruses. Infections usually require antibiotics, so you would have to contact your health professional.
You are the only person that can make the decision for you and your family’s health. Honey, cinnamon, and ginger have strong antibacterial properties
It is a rich source of antioxidants that can give a boost to the immune system. Cinnamon and ginger are also antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal.
As long as it is used correctly, the acid in the vinegar may work similarly to lemon juice 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 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.
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.
Lindsay Cotter
Love this natural remedy! Saving this in case I need it this winter!
Homemade & Yummy
Well we have already started with the colds in our house.
Linda
I know that apple cider vinegar has lots of benefits. Love this recipe and definitely a keeper! Do you know how long it lasts in the pantry or fridge?
Homemade & Yummy
I just keep it on the counter…the fridge will make the honey hard. It lasts several months no problem.
Amanda
I really can’t stand OTC cough syrup either. haha. The flavor is just not anything you want when you already aren’t feeling your best. I love that this has honey and cinnamon in it. Most definitely saving for when cold season really starts hitting in a few weeks!
Homemade & Yummy
I can’t stand it either. The side effects of the medication are worse than the symptoms. This works like a charm.
Christine
NOT a girl who can handle spice but I made this because I am a wimp when it comes to coughs AND I am pregnant so I needed help. I feel a TON better within minutes of taking this though I did need a glass of water close by. Thanks for helping a mama out!!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
I am SO HAPPY you got some relief. I do not like cough syrup for the pharmacy. It always makes me feel sick. This is the only remedy we use….feel better soon.
Chef Mireille
a great homeopathic remedy – natural healing is always preferable to using man made chemicals So useful to have on hand!
Homemade & Yummy
And so easy to make when you come down with a cough.
sara
No one wants to run out to the store when they are sick! A perfect recipe for those days when you start feeling a cold/sore throat coming on!
Homemade & Yummy
Yes it sure is. We are on our first batch of the season, hubby has come down with a cold.
Miranda
I have to save this recipe! We love finding home remedies so we can avoid taking over-the-counter medicine! I even have all of the ingredients in my pantry!
Homemade & Yummy
That is the beauty of this…most people have everything they need. Your kitchen is a magical place.
Marisa Franca
I’ve had a sore throat for about a week. I thought, what the heck I’m going to give this a try. Well, I did and I’m pleased with the results. I still have a slight sore throat but at least I can swallow with having it hurt. Hopefully, I can get rid of the soreness soon. I don’t have time for this!!
Homemade & Yummy
It is amazing right? Tastes so much better than the medicine from the pharmacy. So glad you gave it a try. Hope you are feeling better.
Tina
Between allergies and cold season i don’t think I ever escape at least one event where I have a cough that hangs around forever. I hate having to eat cough drops like candy, so I think this healthy alternative will be a great addition homemade alternative to my medicine cabinet this winter!
Homemade & Yummy
This has NO side effects…and tastes good. Alternative methods are the best.
Lane
This is a great idea! So much healthier than over the counter syrups.
Homemade & Yummy
Yes it sure is. No side effects, tastes great and works. Keep it in mind when you need some during the cough/cold season.
Debra
Love a homemade remedy like this. Especially one that doesn’t include any refined sugar. Going to bookmark this and hope that we don’t need it this winter. 🙂
Homemade & Yummy
We are on our first batch of the season….hubby has a cold.
Tammy
This here is a definite keeper especially with flu season! I love home remedies and I’m with Robin on this- way better than the nasty otc medicine!
Homemade & Yummy
This tastes good and really works. Hope you give it a try next time you need some cough relief.
Dana
Wow Gloria! This is so interesting. I’ve never even thought to make my own cough syrup before, even though I’ve used some of these ingredients as home remedies before. All of these ingredients make so. much. SENSE. I’m totally doing this the next time one of us gets a tickle in our throats!
Homemade & Yummy
We are on our first batch of the season. Hubby has cold, and this really does the job well.
Renee Goerger
Apple cider vinegar (with the mother) is something I always have in my pantry. I use it for SO many different things. I had no idea it could also be used as a cough suppressant. This is wonderful information.
Homemade & Yummy
YES…it works! I just mixed up my first batch…hubby is sick!!
Sues
Oooh wow, this is such a great idea! Definitely saving this for that inevitable time this winter when my husband and I will be sick. I hate taking cough syrup, too, so this will come in handy!
Homemade & Yummy
Well it sure does work. I have already mixed up my first batch…hubby is sick!!
Swathi
Homemade cough syrup is always best, I am not the fan of store bought one as it has several compounds with lot of side effect. Your cough remedy sounds perfect.
Homemade & Yummy
This is the only cough remedy that we use in our house. Hope you give this a try.