
22/08/2025
Elderberries are ripe for the picking right now
My Nephew helped me to collect some delicious Elderberries from the garden yesterday to make some Elderberry Syrup
Elderberry is rich in antioxidants & has been used in many Folk Traditions for hundreds of years to treat colds, flu and a variety of other illnesses
The elderberry is one of the most healing plants in traditional medicine. Elderberries are unique because they’re rich in antioxidants such as anthocyanins, phenols, bioflavonoids, vitamin C, and fibers.
Elderberries are used in the treatment of: Joint and muscle painConstipationFeverRespiratory Infections Kidney problemsMinor skin conditionsHeadaches
Recipe
4 cups of Elderberries
1 cup of Coconut Sugar
2 Cinnamon sticks
10 Cloves
10 Cardamom seeds
1 Vanilla pod
Juice of 1 Lime
Zest of 1 lemon
4 inch slices of Ginger
2 Sprigs Rosemary
4 Sprigs Thyme
2 bay leaves
Remove berries from stalks & wash well
Cover with filtered water and bring to boil
Simmer for 30mins
Sieve & return liquid to saucepan
Add the Coconut sugar & other herbs & spices
Bring to the boil & simmer for 30mins
Add to sterilised glass bottles
It tastes delicious & is bursting with nutrients ❤️
Incredible for boosting the immune system ❤️