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Brew-It-Yourself Elderberry Syrup Starter Blend

Brew-It-Yourself Elderberry Syrup Starter Blend

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Get crafty in the kitchen and fill your home with the rich, comforting aromas of the Homestead with our Elderberry Syrup BIY (Brew-It-Yourself) Kit! This kit includes all the premium, pre-measured ingredients you need to brew your own immune-boosting elderberry syrup at home—just add water and your choice of sweetener. Packed with antioxidant-rich elderberries and warming spices, it’s the perfect way to support your health naturally.

Makes approximately 32oz of syrup.

Ingredients

Our signature blend of elderberries, herbs & spices

You’ll also need:
• 32oz glass storage jar with lid
• Fresh ginger
• Honey (or sweetener of choice – optional)
• Strainer
• Gloves (optional)
• Cheesecloth (optional)

Instructions & Suggested Use

Instructions will be provided with the kit.

Once Made

  1. Store in the refrigerator (or see freezer storage recommendation below).
  2. Sediment is normal. Shake before serving.


As with any liquid beverage, do not double dip a serving spoon, syringe or other serving utensil into the jar, or drink directly from the jar, to prevent bacterial growth, for optimal shelf life.

Because our syrup is a thinner consistency, it is easier to add to your drinks and easier for kids to enjoy, it is also more wholesome & pure than store bought brands, so you get more bang for your buck!

Pregnancy Precautions
The American Academy of Pediatrics advises against the introduction of anything other than breast milk, formula and necessary medications before 6 months, so no elderberry supplementation is appropriate before then. This syrup contains raw honey and is NOT intended for children under 1 year due to the risk of botulism.

Storage

The kit can be stored for several months until you're ready to use it, but for the best freshness and potency, we recommend using it sooner rather than later. Keep in a cool, dry place.

Once made:
While this syrup will likely last 6 months or longer, we advise to use within 3 months of purchasing, or you may freeze it for up to 1+ year. If freezing, we recommend using an ice cube tray with a lid. The cubes of elderberry syrup can be defrosted individually for a serving size dose, as needed, depending how often you choose to take your elderberry syrup.

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Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF ELDERBERRY SYRUP?

Elderberry syrup is a blend of elderberries, herbs & spices that create an anti-inflammatory & anti-viral concoction for your immune system to thrive on. Also a good source of vitamins A & C, as well as iron, potassium & antioxidants, elderberries are shown to help avoid colds, flu & allergies & speed up recovery in those who already have these illnesses.

WHAT IS IN OUR ELDERBERRY SYRUP?

All ingredients in our unique blend of elderberry syrup are always 100% organic! In addition to Elderberries, each batch also contains Rosehips, Echinacea, Fresh Ginger, Lemon Peel, Orange Peel, Cinnamon, Cloves & Local Raw Unfiltered Honey, all of which have their own beneficial healing properties within themselves. (We will soon be adding ARONIA BERRIES to this blend).

HOW OFTEN DO YOU TAKE ELDERBERRY SYRUP AND WHAT IS A SERVING?

For health maintenance & sickness prevention throughout the year, we recommend children over the age of 1 year take 1tsp daily, & adults 1Tbsp daily. When actively fighting an illness or allergies, take every 3 hours (or 3-5x daily).

(Unsweetened batches available upon request for babies 6 months to a year)

HOW DO YOU STORE ELDERBERRY SYRUP AND HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?

There are no preservatives, thickeners, stabilizers, artificial sweeteners or additives of any kind in our elderberry syrup, so it must be refrigerated. We have found that shaking your jar often helps preserve it longer. Our elderberry syrup may last for varying lengths of time but we have discovered 60-90 days is usually minimum. It also freezes well (especially in cubes so you can defrost in small servings as needed) in which it will last for over 1 year.

IS ELDERBERRY SYRUP SAFE DURING PREGNANCY OR WHILE NURSING?

It simply has not been researched conclusively to give a straight answer to this question, so we recommend consulting your healthcare provider before taking any new supplement or medication. (Message from the owner: “Personally, I made the choice to continue the use of elderberry syrup on a daily basis throughout both of my pregnancies and nursing my babies with no adverse affects. Still, I advise you to make your own decision with the help of your professional healthcare provider”).

IS ELDERBERRY SYRUP SAFE FOR KIDS?

Generally, elderberry syrup is safe for children over 1 year of age, but is not recommended for children under 1 year as it contains honey. However, we do offer custom batches upon request of either unsweetened, maple syrup sweetened or any other ingredient you may need left out for any reason. Send us a message regarding custom orders.

HOW IS OUR SYRUP IS DIFFERENT THAN OTHERS ON THE MARKET?

As we’ve mentioned above, we do not add any preservatives, thickeners, stabilizers, artificial sweeteners or additives of any kind. We sweeten our syrup with local raw unfiltered honey rather than the alternative glucose/sugars. Our syrup is also nearly half the cost of store bought syrup, and without all the additives, you get even more bang for your buck. We also create our syrup in small batches that are carefully tended to from start to finish, so you get the best quality every single time!

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100% ORGANIC

Enjoy the benefits of Elderberry Syrup for you and your family!

No added preservatives, thickeners, stabilizers, artificial sweeteners or additives of any kind.

We create our syrup in small batches that are carefully tended to from start to finish, so you get the best quality every single time!

Going Back to the Homestead Way!

Generations before us lived on a lot less so we started doing our research and found Elderberry. Turns out there are healthy holistic products that taste amazing and are extremely helpful for your immune system!