Antiviral Elderberry Syrup

 According to many resources, elderberries and fresh ginger are antiviral. Dried elderberries can be purchased online.  Here is my recipe.

 

4 cups Raw Elderberries or 2 cups dry Elderberries

4 cups water

1 tablespoon of fresh grated ginger

½ teaspoon Cinnamon

1 cup honey (double to increase shelf life)

1 cup vodka or brandy (optional, increases shelf life)

 

Instructions:

Simmer in a covered pot berries for 30 minutes in 4 cups water.

Turn off heat and add ginger. Let berries & ginger steep for 2 to 3 hours in a covered pot.

Stain juice removing berries and ginger.

Stir in remaining ingredients & store in the refrigerator. Berries & Honey must be a 2:1 ratio, if berries are 2 cups, then honey should be 1 cup.