What's it good for? Easing the pain of sore throats

Experts recommend that gargling with whisky and water helps to destroy the germs that make your throat sore. Drinking a hot toddy may be even more effective.

Half of a lemon's juice, hot water, a tablespoon of whisky and teaspoon of honey will sooth the throat. If you don't drink alcohol try gargling salt water, but try it when you're feeling fine as those who gargle even plain water a third less likely to acquire a cold.