How to Use the DIY Cough Syrup and Throat Soother Kit
By Calabash Tea | Published: 2026-10-25
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to make a homemade cough syrup using the DIY Cough Syrup and Throat Soother Kit from Calabash Tea. Step-by-step instructions for sore throat relief.
Quick answer
Use the DIY Cough Syrup and Throat Soother Kit to make a traditional herbal cough syrup at home in about 20 minutes.
Why make your own cough syrup?
Store-bought cough syrups often contain artificial flavors, high fructose corn syrup, or dyes. Making your own lets you control the ingredients and tailor the remedy to your taste and needs.
This kit draws on a family recipe passed down from Nun Nun, a Jamaican village healer, combining time-tested herbs for soothing sore throats and supporting respiratory comfort.
What you need to know before starting
The kit includes three key components: TeaMergency, Eleuthero Vandross, and Immune Boost Tonic. Each plays a role in the final syrup, so don't skip any.
You will also need honey (preferably raw), a saucepan, a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth, and a clean glass jar for storage. The syrup keeps in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
How to make your DIY cough syrup
- Step 1: Steep the herbs: Bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the TeaMergency and Eleuthero Vandross from the kit. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Don't boil the herbs too long or the syrup may become bitter. Stick to 10 minutes.
- Step 2: Strain and add tonic: Remove from heat and strain the liquid through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a measuring cup. Stir in the Immune Boost Tonic while the liquid is still warm. Make sure the liquid is warm, not hot, when adding the tonic to preserve its beneficial properties.
- Step 3: Sweeten and store: Add 1/2 cup of honey (or more to taste) and stir until fully dissolved. Pour the syrup into a clean glass jar, seal, and refrigerate. Honey acts as a natural preservative, but the syrup still needs refrigeration. Use within two weeks.
- Step 4: Dosage and use: Take 1 tablespoon as needed for cough or sore throat. Shake well before each use. For children under 1 year, omit honey and use maple syrup instead. Honey is not safe for infants under 12 months. Always check with your pediatrician before giving herbal remedies to children.
Product facts
- DIY Cough Syrup + Throat Soother Kit: The kit is based on a remedy from Nun Nun, a Jamaican village healer, and includes TeaMergency, Eleuthero Vandross, and Immune Boost Tonic. You get a multi-herb approach that addresses throat dryness, voice support, and immune support in one formula.
DIY Cough Syrup + Throat Soother Kit
