Elderberry Syrup Recipe Calculator

by Zac Holzapfel

Elderberry Syrup Recipe Calculator

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups dried organic elderberries
  • 4 cups cold water
  • 2-3 tsp. organic dried ginger root
  • 1 organic sweet cinnamon stick
  • 1 cup raw, local honey
  • 1 cup vodka or brandy (optional)

Directions:

  1. Combine 2 cups of elderberries and herbs with 4 cups of cold water in a pot and bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat and allow herbs to simmer 30 to 40 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and let steep 1 hour.
  4. Strain berries and herbs using a funnel overlaid with doubled cheesecloth or undyed cotton muslin bag and squeeze out liquid. Discard used herbs in compost.
  5. Once liquid has cooled to just above room temperature, add 1 cup of honey and stir to incorporate.
  6. If using vodka or brandy, add 1 cup here and stir until well combined.
  7. Bottle in sterilized glass and store in the refrigerator.
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