Its cold and flu season. No denying that. No denying that most cough medicines taste terrible! Unless of course you like Jager. Some very creative types over at The Kitchn, uh created an adult cough syrup formula containing…BOURBON! It called “Bourbon Cough Syrup for Grownups” and has vitamin C-rich lemon juice, honey(a natural cough suppressant and decongestant),and two shots of bourbon. It’ll taste much better than cough syrup and it’ll let the honey do its trick. It is just like drinking booze so you don’t want tot overdo it or you’ll end up being dehydrated and feeling worse!
Here’s all you need:
- 2 ounces bourbon whiskey
- 1/2 lemon, juiced (about 2 ounces)
- 2-4 ounces water (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey
Mix the bourbon, lemon juice, and water (if using) in a tumbler or mug and heat in the microwave for about 45 seconds. (You can also do this on the stovetop in a little saucepan.) Take out and add the honey. Whisk to combine, then microwave for another 45 seconds.
Pretty simple huh? Get feeling better soon!
