Elderberry Syrup

Of all the recipes I have posted this is the most requested one. I got the recipe from my daughter Amber a few years ago and have adapted it to my own liking. I have put all the dried ingredients into a jar so I can make a quick batch when ever needed.

Elderberry Syrup

½ c dried Elderberries
1 to 2 t whole cloves
2 to 4 cinnamon sticks
Several large pieces of candied ginger
dried lemon or orange zest (optional) 
to this add:
2 c water

Mix together and simmer in a covered pan on low for 20 minutes. Strain and squeeze out any extra juice and discard berry mix. Add:

1 c honey to the juice

Mix well and bring “syrup” to a boil and then turn down to a simmer for 1 minute. Can be canned while syrup is hot by placing in sterilized jars, covered with a lid and ring. Turn jar upside down for 5 minutes then flip upright. Allow to cool.

To use:
Adults take 1 to 3 teaspoons morning and evening. Great added to tea or hot water with 1 to 2 T raw apple cider vinegar, and more honey to taste if you like. Pinch of salt added will help you sleep. A shot of brandy (I prefer blackberry brandy) will help you sleep even better, LOL.