Elderberry Syrup Wellness Mama Recipe

3. Remove from heat and let cool to lukewarm. Pour through a strainer into a glass jar or bowl, gently pressing to release remaining juices.

6. Store in the fridge and take daily for its immune boosting properties. Some sources recommend taking only during the week and not on the weekends to boost immunity.

Standard dose is 1/2-1 t. for kids and 1/2-1 T. for adults. If illness does strike, take the normal dose every 2-3 hours instead of once a day, until symptoms disappear.

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Add 1 cup fresh red or black raspberries, lightly mashed (or bottled juice) and simmer. Or try adding raspberry juice concentrate when adding honey. This helps it taste a bit more like the bottled version available in the store.

To Use: Take 1 t. daily to boost immune system/help prevent colds. If sick, take up to 1 t. per hour (1/2 t. for small children).

Elderberries (sambucus) have been used traditionally to fight off cold and flu symptoms by boosting your immune system. They have high levels of Vitamins A, B, and C.

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The Journal of International Medical Research posted a study in 2004 comparing the use of Elderberry syrup by people with the flu to those who took a placebo (60 people total). “Symptoms were relieved on average 4 days earlier and use of rescue medication was significantly less in those receiving elderberry extract compared with placebo.” (1)

We’ve heard of the powerful effects of different types of flavonoids found in blueberries, chocolate, tea and many vegetables. These flavonoids have been shown to boost immune systems and have antiviral activity. Black Elderberries are full of flavonoids, which is why they seem to do such a great job. Combine them with other ingredients that boost your system like cloves, cinnamon, and lemon, and you have yourself a powerhouse of a concoction.Good Job Catching Your MistakeRunning Motherhood Through a New FilterTen Tips to Keep Your Car Clean with KidsJuly Cookie of the Month: BETTER Chocolate Chip Cookies!Weird July Holidays to Celebrate This SummerDinner Kits Reviews & ComparisonsTough TransitionsCourage To Look To Jesus AloneYummy Chipotle Chicken Tacos and Creamy Chipotle DipConversation Starters for Your FamilyHow To Support A Divorced FriendI Made a Huge Parenting MistakeEasy 4th of July No-Bake DessertReminders of Who You Are In ChristI Have Become A ToddlerThe Perfect Burger BoardClassic Summer Family-Friendly DrinksBible Verses I Pray Over Myself as a MomFather's Day Origami Shirt CardsTo My Step-Dad on Father's Day

I’ve heard about the many health benefits of Elderberry Syrup, and what a powerful home remedy it was for preventing and alleviating cold and flu symptoms. So this cold season, I decided to ‘armor up’ and purchase some for our family to start taking it regularly. But when I saw the prices at the store, I had a bit of sticker shock! $10 and up for a little 4 ounce bottle? I knew I could make my own and save big! I quickly put my money-saving skills to work.

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I asked one of my holistic-minded and healthy momma friends whether she made hers or bought syrup for her family of 7. She was a ‘make your own’ gal too and shared a great link with a recipe.

I searched online and found organic dried Elderberries on Amazon for $36 for a pound. (I’ve since found them even cheaper – $22/pound!) I calculated out the cost: with this recipe and a pound of dried berries, I could make 6 large batches of syrup, with 16 ounces or more of finished syrup per batch. With the honey and other ingredients factored in, I estimate it cost me $0.42 per ounce, or $1.66 for 4 ounces instead of $10-12! That is a huge savings, especially for how much our family would be soon consuming!

On my first try with this recipe, I had two issues: first, the mixture did not reduce as much as I would have liked. So I decided to cook it longer and remove the lid for the last 10-15 minutes of simmering to concentrate it even further.  Secondly, the syrup was too sweet with a full cup of honey, so I reduced the honey to roughly 2/3 a cup and I like the flavor much better. This reduced the cost too!

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Each batch yields about 16 – 20 ounces of Elderberry Syrup depending on how much you reduce the liquid. Syrup will keep for 2-3 weeks in the fridge, but our family of 4 usually drinks it faster than that!

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I asked one of my holistic-minded and healthy momma friends whether she made hers or bought syrup for her family of 7. She was a ‘make your own’ gal too and shared a great link with a recipe.

I searched online and found organic dried Elderberries on Amazon for $36 for a pound. (I’ve since found them even cheaper – $22/pound!) I calculated out the cost: with this recipe and a pound of dried berries, I could make 6 large batches of syrup, with 16 ounces or more of finished syrup per batch. With the honey and other ingredients factored in, I estimate it cost me $0.42 per ounce, or $1.66 for 4 ounces instead of $10-12! That is a huge savings, especially for how much our family would be soon consuming!

On my first try with this recipe, I had two issues: first, the mixture did not reduce as much as I would have liked. So I decided to cook it longer and remove the lid for the last 10-15 minutes of simmering to concentrate it even further.  Secondly, the syrup was too sweet with a full cup of honey, so I reduced the honey to roughly 2/3 a cup and I like the flavor much better. This reduced the cost too!

Homemade Elderberry Syrup For Winter Wellness

Each batch yields about 16 – 20 ounces of Elderberry Syrup depending on how much you reduce the liquid. Syrup will keep for 2-3 weeks in the fridge, but our family of 4 usually drinks it faster than that!

May provide information related to exercise, fitness, diet and nutrition and is intended for your personal use and informational purposes only. You should consult with a physician before beginning any exercise, fitness, diet or nutrition routine, especially if you are pregnant or have a pre-existing health condition. Nothing contained on should be considered as medical advice or diagnosis. The use of is solely at your own risk.

Good job catching your mistake! Our daughter's homeschool coordinator commented during one of her quarterly home visits. As our daughter was demonstrating her growing math skills while doing long addition, she erased the wrong number and wrote the correct one in its place. That's a wonderful approach, I tho...

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