How to Make Homemade Elderberry Syrup
Let's learn all about making your own Elderberry Syrup at home with dried elderberries! This recipe is tried and true, easy, tasty and health beneficial.
Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Cook Time: 35 minutes mins
Total Time: 45 minutes mins
Course: Medicinal Food and Drink
Cuisine: European
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Servings: 32 servings
Calories: 36kcal
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup dried elderberries
- 1 one-inch knob fresh ginger root
- 1 four-inch cinnamon stick
- 1 tablespoon whole cloves
- 1 cup raw honey
In a large pot over medium-high heat, add the water, elderberries, ginger, cinnamon and cloves. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
Simmer for 35 minutes, or until the mixture has reduced by about half.
Let the mixture cool to room temperature before straining, then stirring in the honey until dissolved. Funnel the mixture into jars or bottles with airtight lids. Keep stored in the refrigerator for 1-2 months. Enjoy!
Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 36kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 19mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 27IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg