Nighttime Cold Remedy (reminiscent of NyQuil®) This remedy lets you sleep very soundly all night long. 1 lemon 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup hot water 2 tablespoons brandy Squeeze all the juice from the lemon and stir it into the maple syrup. Add hot water and brandy. Drink at once. Repeat after 24 hours, if necessary.