elderberry syrup (medicinal)
elderberry syrup (medicinal)
2017-11-23 00:17:14
Instead of paying for an expensive store-bought version, try this homemade elderberry recipe to support your immune system.
Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 5 min
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup dried black elderberries or 3 ounces
- 3 1/2 cups filtered water
- 2 tbsp ginger powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon powder
- 1/2 tsp clove powder
- 1 cup raw honey (for maximum support, choose Manuka honey with UMF 10+) - ADDED LAST, DO NOT HEAT
Instructions
- In a saucepan add water, rinsed dried elderberries, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. DO NOT ADD HONEY.
- Bring contents to a boil, cover, and reduce to a simmer.
- Simmer for 45 minutes - 1 hour (liquid should reduce by 1/2). If not, uncover until 1/2 of the liquid has evaporated.
- Mash berries with a wooden spoon or potato masher.
- Pour contents through a strainer in to a glass bowl. Allow to cool to lukewarm.
- Once lukewarm, ADD THE HONEY. Stir well.
- Pour contents into a 16 oz. glass jar with lid.
- Store in refrigerator.
Notes
- Please note, if you have an autoimmune condition, please consult a physician before taking this immune boosting syrup.
Dosing
- Children: 1/2 tsp to 1 tsp daily for prevention or 1 tsp daily during onset of sickness
- Adults: 1 tbsp daily for prevention or 2-3 tbsp daily during onset of sickness
- During onset of flu, can be taken every 2 to 3 hours for 24 hours.
Adapted from EZ Organics
Adapted from EZ Organics
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