Elderberry Syrup 2021

Ingredients
3 1/3 cups fresh foraged elderberries
6 2/3 cups cold water
4 tsp fresh grated ginger
1 cinnamon stick
1 cup raw, local honey double the amount of sweetener to increase shelf life
1 cup brandy (optional to increase shelf life)

Instructions
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 40 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit for an hour. Smash the elderberries and strain. When the batch has cooled to closer to room temperature, stir in the honey. Add brandy and bottle the syrup.

This recipe is based off of a recipe from Mountain Rose Herbs.