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DIY Natural Throat Tonic
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DIY Natural Wellness Tonic

Soothing and healing sips of ginger, honey, lemon, mint and a splash of whiskey for relief of winter's scratchy throat and coughs.
Course Health Hacks
Cuisine Fusion
Keyword Homemade Throat Tonic
Prep Time 15 minutes
Steep 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • 4 oz. mason jar with lid
  • Cutting board and sharp knife

Ingredients

  • 2 Lemons
  • Fresh large ginger root medium size
  • 8-10 Fresh mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • Whiskey (optional) 1 shot per helping
  • Mason Jar with air tight lid

Instructions

  • Thinly slice the lemons, retaining all the juices, about 8 slices.
    Peel and thinly slice the ginger into as many slices as the lemon.
  • Layer the lemons and ginger slices in the jar, placing a mint leaf between the layers.
    Pour the honey over the top of the layers.
  • Place lid on tight. Give a shake. Place in fridge for at least an hour. Give a shake again, as the juices will all begin to marinate.
  • When ready to use, add a shot of the citrus tonic and a shot of whiskey in a glass and sip.
    Or 1 tablespoon of tonic to a cup of hot water to make a tea.

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