How to Make Organic Elderberry Syrup with Mullein for Wellness
Unlock the Power of Organic Elderberry Syrup with Mullein
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 cup 1x
- Category: Syrup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Natural Remedies
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 8 cup filtered water
- 1 tablespoon whole cloves
- 4 cup dried organic elderberries
- 1/2 cup dried and crushed mullein leaves
- 2 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
- Peel from 1 organic lemon
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 1 cup raw local honey
Instructions
1. Combine Ingredients: In a large saucepan, combine the water, cloves, elderberries, mullein leaves, ginger, lemon peel, and cinnamon sticks.
2. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer gently for 45-60 minutes, until the liquid is reduced by about half.
3. Strain: Remove the pan from the heat and strain the liquid through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth, pressing the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
4. Add Honey: Allow the strained liquid to cool to lukewarm, then stir in the raw honey until fully incorporated.
5. Store: Pour the finished organic elderberry syrup with mullein into sterilized glass jars or bottles and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
6. Use: Take 1 tablespoon of the syrup daily for immune support, or up to 3 tablespoon per day when feeling under the weather.
Notes
Choose Quality Ingredients: Opt for organic, high-quality dried elderberries and mullein leaves to maximize the health benefits and flavor profile.
Adjust Sweetness: Tweak the amount of honey to suit your personal taste preferences, starting with 1 cup and adjusting as needed.
Preserve and Store: Properly store your syrup in the refrigerator to maintain its freshness and potency for up to 3 months.
Experiment with Variations: Try adding other immune-boosting ingredients like cinnamon, ginger, or turmeric to create your own unique blend.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 17 grams
- Sodium: 2 milligrams
- Fat: 0 grams
- Saturated Fat: 0 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 17 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 0 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
Keywords: elderberry syrup, mullein, immune support