Chamomile tea with honey works well for us for lightly sore throats. But the most unbeatable remedy that works every time is a Himalayan Sea Salt gargle (1 cup water, 1 teaspoon salt). Though I hate doing it, but it has cured the worst sore throats, even one where I couldn't swallow and my throat seemed like it was closing up. I didn't want to go to the doctor, so I gargled with the salt water every 4-5 hours or so, the pain went away in about 24 hours. That is the quickest fix I can recommend, and it's best do to it early, but it works regardless of how bad it gets! I also recommend Boiron Chestal Honey (Homeopathic Cough Syrup).

Disclaimer: I'm not a doctor and this is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with your physician. ;)

The best & easiest for me is a can of coke with added salt! Try it, it works with 3 cans for me.

I'm trying the old standby- tea with a bit of honey. I've heard that adding brandy helps but, it's still too early for cocktail hour lol...