[header] How to use alcohol to treat a cold [title] Make a hot toddy. [step] A hot toddy is a popular cold remedy. Pour 1 ounce (30 milliliters) of whiskey and 1 to 2 tablespoons of honey into a mug, then squeeze in the juice of 3 lemon wedges.
[header] How to use alcohol to treat a cold [title] Make a hot toddy. [step] A hot toddy is a popular cold remedy. Pour 1 ounce (30 milliliters) of whiskey and 1 to 2 tablespoons of honey into a mug, then squeeze in the juice of 3 lemon wedges.
Drink four to six times a day for 21 to 28 days. [substeps] Whiskey and lemon both contain antioxidants and phytochemicals that have been known to increase symptoms of a cold. Strain the glass and drink the hot toddy. [substeps] You could also brew a " hot toddy " by covering the mug with plastic wrap and letting the bottle steep for between 20 and 30 minutes. Pour the hot toddy over your tongue and wait 20 minutes. If the mixture becomes lukewarm, remove your tongue and let it cool for a few minutes before swallowing. Add 8 ounces (240 milliliters) of boiling water and stir to mix. Poke 8 to 10 cloves into a lemon wedge and plop it into the mug.