Homemade Elderberry Syrup
See how easy it is to make this antioxidant filled Homemade Elderberry Syrup for cold and flu prevention!
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Homemade Elderberry Syrup
I started taking Elderberry Syrup for cold and flu prevention last winter when I was pregnant with my daughter because it’s full of vitamins and immune boosting antioxidants.
I love to use natural products instead of over the counter medicine when I can because I feel it is better for my health and the health of my family.
I knew I wanted to try making Elderberry Syrup at home this year because the store bought stuff is really expensive especially if you are taking it daily during cold and flu season. Last year I paid around $10 for an 8 oz bottle and I made it this year at home for a fraction of that price. I ordered my berries through Amazon.
Once you see how easy it is to make your own Elderberry Syrup, you’ll wonder why you ever bought used store-bought in the first place! Also, click here for instructions on how to make this syrup in your Instant Pot.
How to Make Homemade Elderberry Syrup:
(makes a little over 1 pint)
Simmer berries, spices and water in a sauce pot, stirring occasionally until liquid is reduced by half. This should take around 45 minutes.
Strain liquid into bowl and discard elderberries. This works best using something like a fine mesh strainer, coffee filter, sheer curtain, or fine cheesecloth.
Mix in honey and then add apple cider vinegar mixing well.
Pour into clean glass jar and refrigerate for up to 3 months.
Standard Dose for Cold and Flu Prevention:
1 tsp daily for kids and 1 tbsp daily for adults
If sick, take the above dose every 2-3 hours as needed.
Have you ever taken elderberry syrup? What kinds of natural remedies do you use for cold and flu prevention? I’d love to know!
Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional. Please do your own research before taking home remedies. This is not intended to replace a professional opinion.
Want more healthy home remedies? You may want to try my Homemade Herbal Tonic (also called Fire Cider).
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Homemade Elderberry Syrup
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup dried elderberries
- 3 cups water
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground clove
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 cup honey raw and local is best
- 2/3 cup raw apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Simmer berries, spices and water in a sauce pot, stirring occasionally until liquid is reduced by half. This should take around 45 minutes.
- Strain liquid into bowl and discard elderberries. This works best using something like a fine mesh strainer, coffee filter, sheer curtain, or fine cheesecloth.
- Mix in honey and then add apple cider vinegar mixing well.
- Pour into clean glass jar and refrigerate for up to 3 months.
Notes
1 tsp daily for kids and 1 tbsp daily for adults
If sick, take the above dose every 2-3 hours as needed.
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