Description
Makes approximately 32 oz of syrup.
Have fresh elderberry syrup whenever you need it with our Elderberry Syrup DIY Kit. It is a great alternative to our more powerful Elderberry Tincture, and can be used in the same way, both for prevention and for recovery. Elderberry syrup should be prepare and taken on a daily basis during flu season, but for other times of the year, you will want this DIY Elderberry Syrup Kit to be on hand just in cast someone in your house get's sick. You'll be able to quickly make your own herbal syrup that's proven to shorten the life-span of a cold or flu. If you've never made an herbal before, this kit makes it easy with step by step instructions and pre-measured herbs. You can do it, I promise!
And did you know that Elderberry isn't just good for the cold and flu season? It has also been shown to be effective in alleviating symptoms of sinus pain, back and leg pain, sciatica, nerve pain, and chronic fatigue syndrome, as well as seasonal allergies.
This kit contains all of the herbs you need to make your own healthy Organic Elderberry Syrup at home. All you'll need is water and your own honey. Alternatively, this kit can be used to make a delicious elderberry herbal tea, using a teaspoon per cup.
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Instant Pot / Pressure Cooker Method
- Add all ingredients from the Elderberry Syrup DIY Kit, and the 6 cups water to the inner liner of the pressure cooker.
- Place lid on and set the steam release knob to the Sealing position. Press the Pressure Cook (or Manual) button or dial and then the +/- button or dial and select 15 minutes.
- When the cook cycle finishes, turn off the pot so it doesn't go to the Warming setting, and let the pressure release naturally.
- Open the lid and take out the inner pot and strain the liquid into a glass bowl to cool, applying enough pressure to get all of the goodies out of the herb mixture.
- Optional Step: Turn on the Sauté setting to the LOW temperature. Let the syrup simmer and reduce for 5 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until desired thickness is achieved (We personally do not reduce ours, but it may be desired if you will be using your end product for waffles and pancakes).
- Let the mixture cool slightly, then whisk in 2 cups honey until dissolved. (use maple syrup for children under 1 year of age)
- Taste and add more honey if you like it sweeter, or add a little lemon juice if you like it tart.
- Transfer the elderberry syrup to a bottle or mason jar with a lid and refrigerate for up to 2 months.
Stovetop Method
- Add all ingredients from the Elderberry Syrup DIY Kit, and 6 cups water to a medium saucepan.
- Bring to a low boil. Reduce heat to a low simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Mash the berries while still in the pan, then strain through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth, applying some pressure to get all the goodies out of the herb mix.
- Let the mixture cool slightly, then whisk in 2 cups honey until dissolved. (use maple syrup for children under 1 year of age)
- Taste and add more honey if you like it sweeter, or add a little lemon juice if you like it tart.
- Transfer the elderberry syrup to a bottle or mason jar with a lid and refrigerate for up to 2 months
Standard dosage: Adults: 2 tsp. up to 3 times per day, Children: 1 tsp. up to 3 times per day.
Kit shelf life: Dried herbs will keep for 1-3 years when kept dry, preferably in a cool dark location.
Organic: Elderberries, Hibiscus Flowers, Rosehips, Echinacea Purpurea, Cinnamon, Ginger Root & Stevia Leaf.
For everything created by God is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving, for it is made holy by the word of God and prayer. 1 Timothy 4:4-5
