Lemon and honey in hot water... works even better with a healthy splash of Pusser's rum, I also added a grate of fresh ginger because I had some and I like it.
I wasn't sure if it had cured me so had to try a second (for medicinal purposes and those of scientific experimentation).
the third one seemed to do the trick.

actually the honey and lemon did ease my throat but I still have a snotty nose.