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Homemade Elderberry Syrup with Honey & Ginger: Easy Immune Booster

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This homemade elderberry syrup is a simple, delicious immune booster made with dried elderberries, fresh ginger, and raw honey. It’s a comforting staple for cold season that comes together in under an hour.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (140g) dried elderberries (Sambucus nigra)
  • 2-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced (about 30g)
  • 1 cup (340g) raw honey
  • 4 cups (960ml) filtered water
  • 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
  • 3–4 cloves (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine dried elderberries, sliced ginger, and 4 cups filtered water. Add cinnamon stick or cloves if using. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 30 minutes.
  2. Turn off the heat. Use the back of a wooden spoon to gently mash the elderberries against the side of the pot. Let the mixture steep, covered, for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Set a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth over a large glass bowl or measuring cup. Carefully pour the hot mixture through the strainer. Let it drain naturally for a few minutes without pressing on the berries.
  4. Let the strained liquid cool completely at room temperature, about 20-30 minutes, until just warm to the touch (below 115°F / 46°C).
  5. Once cool, pour in the raw honey and whisk gently until fully dissolved.
  6. Pour the finished syrup into a sterilized glass bottle or jar. Seal tightly and refrigerate.

Notes

Do not use fresh elderberries as they can cause stomach upset. Let the liquid cool completely before adding honey to preserve its beneficial enzymes. Store in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks, or freeze in ice cube trays for up to 3 months. For children under 1 year, replace honey with maple syrup due to botulism risk.

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