Elderberry Syrup
Homemade elderberry syrup that is simple to make and inexpensive.
Ingredients
- 3 cup water filtered
- 2/3 cup dried elderberries
- 1 tsp ginger, dried or 2T fresh
- 1 tsp cinnamon, ground
- 1/2 tsp cloves, ground
- 1 cup honey (local)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, mix water, elderberries, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. Bring to a boil and then simmer for 1 hour.2. Remove from heat and let cool enough to work with.3. Using a glass bowl and strainer, strain the liquid into the bowl and press the dried berries to get the remaining juices. Discard the elderberries.4. Once the liquid has cooled down, mix in the honey.5. Transfer the syrup to a pint jar. To store, place in the fridge.
Notes
*For adults, take 1/2-1 tbsp a day. For kids, take 1/2-1 tsp. Take more frequently when sick (every 2-3 hours).