Ripe Elderberry Fruit. A common bush in New Hampshire.
There are some herbs that I really like to put through their paces, that you can really do a lot with! Elderberry is a favorite. It can be as simple as an elderberry tea or syrup and as fun as elderberry gummies or jello. For a more adult taste, elderberry cordial. Here is the starting point- elderberry tea.
ElderBerry Tea
3 c. liquid; water or juice
1/2 cup dried elderberries
Put elderberries and water in a pan.
Simmer until reduced to 2 c. liquid.
Strain.
Drink straight up or with a bit of honey. This tea is now ready to turn into an elderberry syrup that can keep in the refrigerator for several months.
You can add 1 tbs of fresh ginger, 1 tsp of echinacea or 1 tsp of cinnamon in addition to elderberries.
