Elderberry Syrup

Learn how to make Elderberry Syrup at home! Our elderberry syrup recipe is made with dried elderberries and raw honey to help boost your immune system against the common cold and flu.

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Keyword elderberry syrup, elderberry syrup recipe

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes

Total Time 50 minutes

Servings teaspoons

Calories 8kcal

Author Courtney

Ingredients

1 cup dried black elderberries
4 cups water
2 cinnamon sticks
5 cloves
1 cup maple syrup OR raw honey
orange or lemon slices optional

Instructions

Pour the water into a saucepan and then add in the elderberries, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and orange.
Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 45-60 minutes, cooked uncovered.
Once the mixture is reduced by half remove from the heat and allow to cool.
Strain the liquid and discard the berries, cinnamon stick, and cloves.
When the elderberry syrup is cool to the touch add in the honey and stir until combined.
Store in the refrigerator and use as needed or to just boost your immunity.

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