Elderberry Syrup Recipe

Elderberry Syrup Recipe Ingredients: 1 cup dried elderberries (or 2 cups fresh elderberries) 4 cups water 1 cinnamon stick (optional) 1 inch fresh ginger, sliced (optional) 1 cup honey (or more to taste) Instructions: Prepare the Elderberries: If using dried elderberries, rinse them well under cold water. If using fresh elderberries, remove them from the stems and rinse them thoroughly. Simmer the Elderberries: In a medium saucepan, combine the elderberries, water, cinnamon stick (if using), and fresh ginger (if using). Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Simmer and Reduce: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 30-45 minutes, uncovered, until the liquid has reduced by about half. Stir occasionally. Mash and Strain: