Homemade Elderberry Syrup - Low Sugar
Learn how to make homemade elderberry syrup easily at home. Not only is homemade fresher, but it is healthier than most store-bought versions that have lots of added sugar. Also, you can customize homemade elderberry syrup with low sugar and adjust as desired, to taste.
Servings: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup organic dried elderberries
- 2 cups (480g) water
- 1 teaspoon dried ginger (use 1 1/2 teaspoons for a stronger taste) SEE NOTES
- 1/2 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- pinch of ground cloves
- 3 - 4 tablespoons pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Elderberries MUST be cooked: do not eat raw! Please consult your doctor before using this recipe, as elderberries can sometimes alter medications you are on.
- Add all the ingredients to a pot (except the syrup) and whisk well.
- Bring to boil, then cover, reduce to low and simmer 30-45 minutes until the water has reduced about half.
- Drain the elderberries (don't eat them) into a separate bowl and really push them down on the strainer to get all the juice.
- Whisk in the syrup and adjust to taste. I don't use NEAR the amount online recipes call for because to me the entire reason of taking this is for the health benefits.
- It will not be as thick or sweet like store versions, but that is because those are doused with sugary syrups. Because of this, it has the consistency more of a drink than actual syrup.
- It’ll last 3-4 weeks in the fridge. SERVING: Take 1-2 tablespoons every 2-4 hours if sick, as an adult. 1-2 teaspoons for children. A couple of tablespoons daily for maintenance. 2 tsp daily for kids.