Easy Elderberry Syrup

Elderberry Syrup is a natural immune system booster - perfect for fighting the common cold. Combines ginger, lemon, cinnamon, cloves, elderberries, and honey in a beautiful blend of nutritious goodness.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 1

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings people

Calories 633 kcal

Ingredients

¾ c Dried Elderberries
3 Lemon Slices
2 tbsp Fresh Ginger, chopped
1 tsp Whole Cloves
1 Cinnamon Stick
3 c Filtered Water
½ c Honey*

Instructions

In a small stock pot, bring everything EXCEPT honey to a boil. Turn down heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer on low for about 45 minutes or until it reduces.
¾ c Dried Elderberries, 3 Lemon Slices, 2 tbsp Fresh Ginger, chopped, 1 tsp Whole Cloves, 1 Cinnamon Stick, 3 c Filtered Water
Remove pot from burner, let cool slightly, then stir in honey.*
½ c Honey*
Pour through a mesh strainer into a mason jar (or jars).
Enjoy in small doses right away or after it has been chilled in the refrigerator.

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Notes

*Children under the age of 1 should NOT consume honey. (Yes, you can substitute another sweetener but honey is preferred for its natural medicinal attributes.)

Store in an air tight container in the fridge.

General recommended dose: 1 Tbsp/day for adults - ½ Tbsp/day for children.

Disclaimer: I am not a doctor and cannot recommend the correct dosage for anyone. Raw elderberries can sometimes cause diarrhea, nausea, or even vomiting. Consult your doctor if you have questions and consume at your own risk.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tbspCalories: 633kcalCarbohydrates: 171gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 55mgPotassium: 551mgFiber: 12gSugar: 141gVitamin A: 676IUVitamin C: 69mgCalcium: 130mgIron: 3mg

Keyword cinnamon, cinnamon stick, clove, common cold, drink, Elderberry, fresh ginger, ginger, healthy breakfast, healthy drink, honey, immune system, lemon, whole clove

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