Herbal Cough Syrup Recipe:4 T fennel seed2 T licorice root2 T marshmallow root2 T wild cherry bark1 T (1 stick) cinnamon1/2 T ginger root- diced1/8 T orange peel1/2 T mullein leaves1/2 T dried elcampane root1/2 T dried hyssop herb1 T whole red clover blossoms1 quart water1 cup raw honey1 tsp high quality alcohol (optional)- an antispasmodic and a preservative.Put all herbs in a pot. Add water bring to a boil and simmer until water is reduced by 1/2- to about a pint. Strain herbs out, let tea cool to room temperature or cool enough not to heat the honey. Stir in the honey. Add alcohol if desired. Store in the fridge or if you make certain the alcohol is 15%-20% of your overall solution it should be shelf stable.