Whether you're feeling a cold come on or preparing for the flu season with your family, nothing helps like our quick and easy simple Immunity Cold Bombs. You can store them in the freezer and add hot water as needed!

We had heard about the benefits of certain spices and ingredients so decided to try making a tea from them and immunity bombs were born. We like to whip up a big batch of these easy-to-freeze flu bomb tablets in the fall so we can use them to make a hot cup of Immunity tea anytime we need them, all winter long. This recipe opens itself up to the addition of other healthy ingredients as you want to add them!

At Avdaye, we add lots of tips in all of our recipes – because we are a home cook without any formal training, and we find we are more confident making dishes when we understand why it works, and what each ingredient means to the flavor of a recipe. Our goal is for even the most beginner home cook to feel empowered in the kitchen.

How to Make Cold and Flu Drink Bombs

Whenever our kids use to get sick we would use Nyquil or Tylenol and while we do sometimes use those we are trying more and more to turn to more fresh natural ingredients that can keep our family safe and healthy.

These frozen bombs are packed with everything you need when you are falling sick. Immunity bombs are frozen cubes of blended lemon, garlic, turmeric, honey, and ginger that will boost your immune system by adding hot water.

Flu Bomb Recipe Ingredients

First assemble the following:

Ginger – many studies have shown ginger reduces the risk of infection and helps strengthen the immune system, especially at the start of a cold. We always peel our ginger the best we can before adding it to the blender.
Lemons – you will want to cut some of the skin off the lemons so your tea when you add the hot water wont be too pulpy. Lemon is highly acidic and has been shown to strengthen your immune system against germs.
Garlic – garlic has been shown to reduce the number of days you are sick, you can omit it if you prefer.
Turmeric – turmeric contains curcumin which has both antioxidants and an anti-inflammatory effect.
Honey – its best to use raw local honey, this will make the tea sweet and balance out the garlic and honey is known to aid in healing and with sore throats.

Steps to Make an Immunity Bomb

Once you have assembled the ingredients, use this method:

Assemble Ingredients

Get all your ingredients together.

Combine and Blend

Add all the ingredients into a blender and blend, scraping down the sides occasionally until combined.

Freeze

Spread the mixture into an ice cube tray, freeze overnight or until you need them.

Make the Tea

When you want to make a cup of immunity tea place one immunity bomb in a mug or teacup. Add hot water and stir to combine. Enjoy and be well!

Cold Bomb Recipe Tips and Tricks

Keep in stock. These can be kept in the freezer for 4 months. We often make a big batch in the fall and have them on hand anytime we are starting to get sick during the fall/winter.

Add fibers. The more fibers (lemon peel) you leave the more beneficial these will be for your gut and microbiome.

Spice it up. If you can take the heat, a dash or two of cayenne can help stimulate circulation and boot metabolism which will help your immunity bombs be all the more effective as warding off disease.

Serve it with

Immunity tea bombs can be paired with a variety of baked goods, such as Blueberry Muffins Bran Muffins, or scones, for a tasty and nutritious breakfast or snack.

You can also serve your tea with some fresh fruit, such as berries or sliced oranges, for a refreshing and healthy snack – or try Dragon Fruit Salad Lemon Poppyseed Glazed Fruit Salador Fig and Honey Fruit Salad with Chèvre and Pine Nuts.

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Flu Bomb FAQs

What are cold bombs?

Frozen immunity drink bombs are concentrated ice cubes made from a blend of immune-boosting ingredients like citrus juice, honey, ginger, turmeric, and herbs. You can drop these into hot water, tea, or smoothies for a quick health boost.

What are the benefits of the immunity bomb?

Immunity bombs are concentrated blends of immune-boosting ingredients like citrus fruits, honey, ginger, and turmeric – meaning some serious cold-busting vitamins! We're using ingredients that are known to help stimulate the immune system, reduce inflammation, and protect against infections because they are loaded with antioxidants. Immunity bombs are a convenient, natural way to enhance immune function and overall health.

Can we customize this recipe?

Garlic: For extra immune support (though it has a strong flavor).
Cayenne pepper: Adds a spicy kick and boosts circulation.
Herbs like mint or thyme can add flavor and additional antioxidants.

Can we use powdered ingredients instead of fresh?

Yes, but fresh ginger and turmeric are preferred for their potency. If using powdered versions, use ½ teaspoon of ground ginger or turmeric per cube, adjusting to taste.

Can we add milk to immunity tea?

No, milk will curdle in this tea since it has so much acid in it so avoid adding milk if possible.

Can we sweeten Immunity bombs?

Yes! Honey is a great natural sweetener with health benefits, but you can also use maple syrup or skip the sweetener if you prefer.

How do we use a Frozen cold bomb?

Some of our favorite uses for immunity bombs are below:
Hot water to make a soothing tea.
Smoothies for a nutrient-packed boost.
Juices or cold water for a refreshing, flavored drink.

Are these safe for children?

Generally, these drink bombs are safe for children over 1 year old (avoid honey for infants under 1 year). Always check for specific allergies or sensitivities to ingredients like ginger or turmeric.

How long will the immunity bombs last in the freezer?

You can freeze immunity bombs for up to 4 months. We always keep some in the freezer.

What ingredients boost immunity?

Citrus fruits (lemons, oranges): Rich in vitamin C, which supports immune function.
Ginger: Has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Turmeric: Contains curcumin, which helps fight inflammation and has immune-boosting properties.
Honey: Natural antibacterial properties that can soothe sore throats.
Herbs (mint, thyme): Packed with antioxidants and other immune-boosting nutrients.

Ingredients

½ cup fresh ginger, peeled
2 lemons, sliced (cut some of the skin off)
½ cup garlic cloves, peeled
2 tsp ground turmeric
¾ cup honey

Method

Add all the ingredients roughly chopped to a blender and pulse until smooth.
Using a traditional ice cube tray or our preferred silicone ice cube tray fill the tray with mixture and freeze until solid.
To make immunity tea, put 1 small ice cube into a mug and fill with boiling hot water. You can add more cubes for a stronger immunity boost.