The James T. Callow Folklore Archive

CURE FOR COLD OR FLU

COMBINE A SHOT OF WHISKEY, THE JUICE FROM A WHOLE LEMON, AND A TABLESPOON OF SUGAR IN A CUP OF HOT WATER. SIT IN A STEAMING TUB OF BATHWATER AND SIP THIS DRINK. AFTER THE BATH, TAKE TWO ASPIRIN, GO TO BED AND SLEEP FOR AT LEAST EIGHT HOURS.

Where learned: TENNESSEE ; NASHVILLE ; St. Clair's Restaurant

Date learned: 08-12-1970