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DIY Cough syrup recipe

  • April 7, 2021
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You wouldn’t believe me if I told you how long I’ve been searching for a natural cold medicine. And I’m happy to report that I’ve finally found it! This DIY Cough Syrup recipe checks all the boxes ⏤ all of the ingredients are natural and safe for all ages, it tastes great AND it’s easy to make. Don’t let the dark berries scare you; elderberries have been used for ages to boost immunity. I’ve come such a long way from my DayQuil days ⏤ read on to learn this easy DIY Cough Syrup recipe.

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Dried elderberries

  • Boosts the immune system
  • Alleviates respiratory conditions from cold and cough
  • High in antioxidants
  • Prevents infections

Cinnamon powder

  • Treats cold, sore throat and cough
  • Has antibacterial, anti-fungal and antimicrobial properties
  • Boosts the immune system
  • Preserves food from bacterial growth

Ground ginger

  • Strengthens immune system
  • Has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
  • Supports easier breathing by opening constricted airways

Vegan honey

  • The bees are dying, and this bee-free honey helps to not place demand on the honey industry. Learn more about why this matters here
  • Contains apples, lemon juice and sugar and no actual honey
  • This ingredient is safe for all ages, but if you are substituting with real honey keep in mind real honey is not safe for infants

Air-tight container

  • I repurposed a maple syrup bottle for this batch, but a similar option is linked above
  • Reusing containers is an easy way to be eco-friendly and lower your plastic usage
  • Store-bought cough syrup typically comes in plastic that will eventually require recycling

Fine-mesh strainer

  • Once the dried elderberries have steeped in the water, we will need a strainer to separate our elixir from the berry bits
  • Using a strainer ensures the cough syrup doesn’t have any berry bits or pieces
  • You could also use cheese cloth or a nut milk bag instead
DIY Cough syrup recipe

How to make

  1. Add 3 cups of water, 3/4 cup of dried elderberries, 1 tsp each of cinnamon powder and ground ginger to a lidded pot and bring to a boil
  2. Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer and let simmer for 30 minutes
  3. After 30 minutes, remove from heat
  4. Use strainer to remove the berry bits from the syrup
  5. Add 1 cup of vegan honey
  6. Shake to combine
  7. All done!

Ways to use

  • Take 1 tablespoon daily for immune support
  • Or take 1 tsp every 4 hours once sick
  • Keeps well if stored in the fridge

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