Elderberry Syrup

Recipe: Elderberry Syrup

Adapted From:  Mountain Rose Herbs

Tested:  1/28/14

Servings:   about 3 cups    Prep Time: 15-20 min

Notes: After paying nearly $20 for 4 fl oz of elderberry syrup this past December, and not even liking the entire ingredients list, I decided it was worth trying to make. This recipe is simple, saves a ton of money (I paid $4 for 4 oz of organic elderberries and I think that is enough for 2-3 batches), and tastes way better than the store bought stuff. Get your DIY on! The original recipe uses 1 cup raw honey, but I thought that was a little sweet for our tastes. Store the syrup in the refrigerator for 2-3 months. Usage: 1 tsp every 2-3 hours while sick. 1 tbsp daily to ward off sick germs.

Ingredients: 1/2 cup dried black elderberries 3 cups water 1 cinnamon stick 3 cloves 2 inch piece of ginger, sliced 2/3 cup raw honey

Instructions: 1. Add all ingredients except honey to a small saucepan and bring to a boil, then simmer for 30 minutes. 2. Once cooled, mash berries, then strain mixture, and stir in honey.