Elder Berry is a perennial shrub that can be found growing along hedgerows, forest perimeters, and in gardens as an ornamental. The elder berry has an extensive history of use and elderberries have been used to make preserves, wines, cordials, herbal infusions, elderberry syrup, and for adding flavor and color to other wines. Most commonly, the flowers or berries of elder are employed for their healthful benefits.
Elder berry supports immune health to help you stay feeling your best and supports the body’s immune defenses to stay feeling healthy. Elder Berries are a nutritious super-fruit packed with vitamin C, Dietary fiber and Antioxidants, they have a long history of being used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine due to their medicinal and beneficial properties. Elder berries are very very versatile with robust, tangy, tart flavor profile.
Consider making elderberries into a syrup or a tea to help support overall wellness year-round.
Elderberries also have a variety of culinary uses and are often used in pies, jams, crumbles and other deserts, as well as in elderberry wine.
Whole elder berries are typically prepared as teas, tinctures, syrups, wine, cordials, and even ketchup, often combined with propolis or echinacea.
