So basically if you're like me, you enjoy creating. Creating anything really. And you want to make this awesome super syrup yourself. Go at it. You just need your own jar and honey and you will have your own magical concoction, just as good as our pre-made syrup as long as you follow all the directions.
DIY not for you? Head on over to the Super Syrup or the Vegan Super Syrup and we will do all the work for you, and you can still reap the immune boosting benefits.
DIY Kit using only Certified Organic Raw Ingredients - NO HONEY/NO JAR
BENEFITS: Elderberries naturally contain A, B and C vitamins and have been clinically shown to stimulate and support the immune system to help ameliorate all kinds of cold and flu.
KIT: Yields approx 16 oz
- 2 Cups Filtered Water
- ½ Lemon or Orange Zest and juices *(not included but optional addition to brewing)
- Herbs and Spices (included)
- Elderberries (included)
- Strainer *(not included)
- Raw Organic Honey or Maple Syrup/Agave for Vegans and Infants under 1yr old *(not included)
- Glass Jar *(not included)
DIRECTIONS:
- In a small saucepan, add all ingredients, except honey. I also squeeze and put in the lemon & orange.
- Over high heat, bring mixture to a boil and then reduce heat to simmer and cover. Simmer for 30 - 60 minutes.
- Remove elderberry from heat and strain through a fine mesh strainer with a wooden spoon or spatula, or use included cheese cloth, making sure to press and squish all the juices out. Discard any solids remaining.
- After a few minutes, add honey into the strained juice and stir until completely mixed together.
- Store in a glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 6 months!
- *TIP: The honey is added at the end of the process and not during the cooking process because heating up honey past a certain temperature can cause it to lose all of its natural antibacterial/antiviral properties.
DOSAGE: Onset of symptoms, take every 4 hrs for 2 days, then continue 1-2x/day.
- Toddlers 1 – 2 years: 1/2 – 1 tsp
- Children 2 – 11 years: 1 tsp – 1 Tbsp
- Children and Adults 12+ years: 1 – 2 Tbsp
INGREDIENTS: Certified Raw Organic and Whole Elderberries, Echinacea, Rosehips, Cinnamon, Cloves, Ginger Root, Camu Camu, Manioc, Acerola, Amla, Buckwheat and Black Pepper Berries, along with Blueberries, Raspberries, Cranberries and Cherries.
STORAGE: Once made, store in a glass jar. Shake well before each use and refrigerate for up to 6 months.
DISCLAIMER: The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. As always, please consult your healthcare professional about potential interactions or other possible complications before using any product. NOTE: for those with Autoimmune Disease, there is some evidence that elderberry may stimulate Th1 cells, so caution is advised.