Mahmood bin Labeed Ansari narrates that when Sayyiduna Umar bin Khattab (may Allah be pleased with him) came towards Syria, people mentioned the epidemic and the heaviness of the climate, and said: Our health does not remain good without this drink. He (may Allah be pleased with him) said: Drink honey. They said: Honey does not suit us. A person said: We will prepare it in such a way that it does not intoxicate. He (may Allah be pleased with him) said: Yes. They cooked it until one third remained and two thirds evaporated, then brought it to Sayyiduna Umar (may Allah be pleased with him). He dipped his finger in it, and when it became sticky, he (may Allah be pleased with him) said: This syrup is similar to camel’s syrup. Sayyiduna Umar (may Allah be pleased with him) permitted its drinking. Sayyiduna Ubadah bin Samit (may Allah be pleased with him) said: You have made it lawful. Sayyiduna Umar (may Allah be pleased with him) said: No, by Allah! O Allah! I have never made lawful what You have made unlawful, nor made unlawful what You have made lawful.