Elderberry Cough Syrup
Boost your immune system and soothe irritation naturally with this homemade Elderberry Cough Syrup. Packed with the antiviral goodness of dried elderberries, warming spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, and sweetened with raw honey for its throat-soothing and preservative properties, this all-natural remedy is as effective as it is flavorful. The simple stovetop method reduces the mixture into a potent, antioxidant-rich syrup in under an hour. Perfect for daily immune support or as a go-to solution for persistent colds and coughs, this DIY elderberry syrup is easy to make, budget-friendly, and free from artificial additives. Store it in your fridge for up to three months and enjoy both its health benefits and comforting taste all season long.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dried elderberries
- 4 cups Water
- 1 stick Cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 4 whole Cloves
- 1 cup Raw honey
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the dried elderberries, water, cinnamon stick, ground ginger, and whole cloves.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 45 minutes. Stir occasionally while simmering.
After 45 minutes, the liquid should reduce by nearly half. Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
Using a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth, strain the liquid into a clean bowl or glass jar, pressing the elderberries to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the leftover solids.
Once the liquid is completely cool, stir in the raw honey until well combined. The honey not only sweetens the syrup but also acts as a natural preservative and soothes the throat.
Transfer the finished elderberry syrup to a sterile, airtight jar or bottle. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
To use, take 1 tablespoon daily as an immune booster or 1 teaspoon every 2-3 hours when experiencing a cough or cold.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1578 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 64 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 366.9 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 290.8 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 182 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 408 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
