Honey Lemon and Ginger Throat Drops
These all-natural homemade Honey Lemon Ginger cough drops or throat lozenges are great for soothing coughs and sore throats.
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Calories: 517kcal
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Candy thermometer
- Wooden spoon
Instructions
- To make these drops, you will first need to juice the lemon. Squeeze out all of the juice and strain it to make sure all the seeds have been removed.
- Add the lemon juice to a small saucepan.
- Cut 5 to 6 thin slices of ginger and add it to the saucepan.
- Store in the honey and bring ingredients to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
- Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture reaches 300˚F / 149˚C. Be careful not to burn the honey. If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can go by the look of the honey. It will change to a deep, golden brown colour when done.
- Once it is ready, remove the pot from the heat and allow to cool for a few minutes. The mixture will thicken as it cools.
- Spoon dots of the thickened mixture onto a lined tray.
- Allow the drops to cool and harden completely.
- Peel off the drops and store in an airtight container. To stop them from sticking to one another, you can toss them in a little icing mixture, shaking off the excess.
- Store in the airtight container in a dark place for around 3-4 weeks. They can also be stored in the freezer. Just take one out then you feel a store throat coming on and pop it in your mouth.
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Nutrition
Calories: 517kcal | Carbohydrates: 140g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 89mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 140g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg
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