Elderberries are a rich source of vitamins A, B and C, potassium and antioxidants, mildly laxative, diuretic and diaphoretic. It is an excellent antiviral and immune booster and one of the most recommended herbs for colds and flu.
Elderberry Syrup
1 kg elder berries, stems removed
1 l water
500 g sugar
1 lemon
Place berries into a big pan with water and simmer on low heat for 15-20 min or until berries are cooked.
Press the berries through a sieve and pour the juice into a clean pan, with the sugar.
Bring it to the boil on low heat for some 15 min, or it starts to thicken.
Add lemon juice and boil for couple of minutes, then take it off the heat.
Pour the syrup into the sterilized bottles or jars, close airtight. Store in cool place for up to 1 year and use as an immunostimulant and to fight coughs, colds, flu, bacterial infections, viral infections and tonsillitis.
