How to Make Homemade Honey Cough Drops

Step 1

Mix together the honey, ground cinnamon, lemon juice and ginger in a deep saucepan. Heat this mixture to a slow boil – stirring frequently. Use a wide flat spoon to stir well and prevent burning on the bottom.

Step 2

As with making hard candy, we want the mix to reach the hard-crack stage. A candy thermometer is helpful to determine when the 300F/150C temperature is reached. If you do not have a thermometer, drop a bit of the heated mixture into a bowl of cool water. When it hardens instantly — you are ready.

Step 3

Remove from heat and let the mixture begin to cool. Once it begins to thicken, you are ready to pour.Pour or spoon your honey cough drop mix into a candle mold of your choice. I often chose the hexagon shapes because I'm a beekeeper. If you don't have a mold, use a spoon to drop small amounts onto a piece of foil paper or a silicone mat. Keep your drops small – mine were a bit larger than I liked.

Step 4

Leave the honey cough drops to cool while you clean your utensils.

Step 5

Once completely cool to the touch, sprinkle them drops with a mixture of powdered sugar and cinnamon. Use your fingers to coat the surface of the cough drops and shake off any excess. This helps prevent them sticking together.

Step 6

Store in an air tight container and use when needed.