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elderberry syrup recipe

Elderberry Syrup without Honey

This elderberry syrup recipe is specific for those who wish to omit honey and use alternative sweeteners such as maple syrup.
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Course: Herbal Remedies
Cuisine: syrup
Ingredients Equipment Method Video

Ingredients
  

  • 5 cups water
  • 1 cup dried elderberries organic is always best when possible
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger can substitute with dried
  • 1/4 cup echinacea root
  • 1/4 cup rosehips
  • 2 sticks cinnamon
  • 1 medium dried cayenne pepper can crush before adding
  • 1 cup pure maple syrup adjust to taste
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or fresh lemon juice to help extend shelf life

Equipment

  • 1 stock pot
  • 1 mesh strainer
  • 1 air tight container

Method
 

  1. Pour 5 cups of water into a stock pot and set it over medium to low heat.
  2. Add in the herbs.
  3. Stir the ingredients briefly, then bring the mixture to a simmer over low heat.
  4. Allow the syrup to simmer gently until the water level has reduced by at least 2 cups and the cinnamon sticks have opened up. This usually takes about 2-3 hours.
  5. Once finished, strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large measuring cup or bowl. Press down on the herbs and berries to extract as much liquid as possible.
  6. Let the mixture cool slightly.
  7. While the syrup cools, add 1 cup of pure maple syrup to a airtight jar. For longer shelf life, you can also stir in 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. or lemon juice.
  8. Once the mixture has cooled, pour it into the jar with the maple syrup and stir well to combine.
  9. Seal the jar with an airtight lid and let the syrup cool completely.
  10. Store in the refrigerator.
  11. Enjoy your homemade elderberry syrup!

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