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By Vanessa Nixon Klein Updated: February 28, 2020. First published: November 1, 2018. This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

Every fall, I try to make sure that I make an extra large batch of Elderberry Elixir. Elderberry is a highly medicinal plant and is a go-to herb for many people throughout the cold and flu season. You can read more about the benefits of Elderberry here.

I’ve made lots of different remedies with Elderberries over the years, including tinctures, syrups and gummies, but the one I love most is also the easiest: Elderberry Elixir.

Let’s dive into a quick tutorial on how to make this Elderberry Elixir recipe.

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Items needed to make an Elderberry Elixir

Elderberries (I prefer dried)
Raw Honey
alcohol (brandy or vodka)
clean glass jar with tight fitting lid
stirring spoon or chopstick

Directions

Step 1
Fill your jar 1/3 to 1/2 of the way with dried Elderberries.

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Step 2
Next, fill your jar 1/3 of the way with honey.

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Step 3
Then, fill the rest of the way with alcohol. I didn’t have brandy on hand, which would have been my first choice, so I used vodka. Make sure to leave a bit of head space.

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Step 4

Use your chopstick or stirrer to release any air bubbles. Add more alcohol to top off if needed.

When you strain the herbs out, the resulting liquid is your Elderberry Elixir.

The strained herbs can go in the compost.

As an option, you can add other herbs to this elixir along with the elderberries, if you like. I like adding herbs with high Vitamin C content such as rosehips or Lycii berries, as well as warming herbs like cinnamon, ginger, or cloves. The options are endless!

I take one teaspoon of Elderberry Elixir every day through the cold and flu season to prevent illness. If I do end up coming down with something, I increase to one teaspoon 3 or 4 times a day. I find that in doing so, I get sick much less frequently and if I do catch something, I recover much more quickly.

What is your favorite Elderberry recipe?

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How do you use Elderberry elixir? ›

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Pour a dash of syrup in your coffee, espresso or cappuccino. If you're looking for a calming end to the day, add some to your nightly cup of tea. Elderberry syrup compliments the flavour of Earl Grey tea and chamomile. By combining the syrup and tea you get a pleasant, healthy nightcap.

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How long does elderberry tincture last? ›

Elderberry tincture is made with raw berries that have been infused in 80 percent alcohol over 6 weeks. It's a more time-consuming process, due to the time needed to infuse into the alcohol. One of the main benefits is that an elderberry tincture can last up to five years when stored properly.

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What is Elderberry Elixir good for? ›

Elderberry is rich in antioxidants, which can help lower inflammation as well as cholesterol and blood pressure. “Elderberry's phytonutrients and fiber content helps to lower the amount of cholesterol circulating [in your blood] by binding to [the cholesterol] and expelling it from the body,” Best said.

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Does Elderberry Elixir need to be refrigerated? ›

How do I store my elderberry elixir and how long does it last? While you can enjoy your Elderberry Elixir cold from purchase, refrigeration isn't required until after the bottle is opened. Once the bottle is opened, enjoy within 6 weeks.

What is the difference between an elixir and a tincture? ›

Ingredients: Elixirs typically contain a combination of herbs, alcohol, and sweeteners such as honey or sugar, while tinctures are usually made with just alcohol and herbs.

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Can you take too much elderberry tincture? ›

Elderberry extract is possibly safe when taken for up to 12 weeks. There isn't enough reliable information to know if it is safe to use for longer than 12 weeks. It is possibly unsafe to consume elder leaves or stems, or unripe or uncooked elderberries.

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What alcohol is best for elderberry tincture? ›

100-proof vodka.

100-proof vodka is typically used in tincture-making because it is 50 percent water and 50 percent alcohol, comprising a standard solution.

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When should I take Elderberry Elixir? ›

They seem to help reduce swelling, fight inflammation, and boost the immune system. Limited studies have found that elderberry eases flu symptoms like fever, headache, sore throat, fatigue, cough, and body aches. The benefits seem to be greatest when started within 24 to 48 hours after the symptoms begin.

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What is the best way to consume elderberry? ›

Elderberries should always be cooked and processed before they're consumed. Unripened, raw elderberries can release toxins into your body. Even ripe berries can contain trace amounts of cyanide, so you must cook elderberries before consumption.

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How do you use elderberry liquid extract? ›

* One dropper-full provides 700 mg of Sambucus nigra extract, the highest dose of all our elderberry products. It should be swallowed immediately and may be diluted with 1 to 2 ounces of water.

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What is the best way to use elderberries? ›

The most popular way to use fresh elderberries is to cook them into a syrup or extract used to support your immune system.

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