What a week.....we have all been knocked out with a nasty bug and now coping with a horsey, chesty cough.  There are so many cough syrups available whether it is the herbal or pharmaceutical type i have tried more than my far share and i always revert back to my "home-brew" which consist simply of lemons, honey and ginger.

HOME-BREW COUGH SYRUP

1 lemon, cut into slices

thumb of ginger, sliced

2 dessertspoons of good quality honey

200 ml water

Method

Put all the ingredients in a small saucepan and bring to the boil and then turn off.  Let the ingredients infuse for at least 10 minutes.

Strain and drink warm.

NB; it is totally optional but highly recommended one or two drams of whiskey will certainly help keep the cold at bay! It is optional don't forget.