Jump to Recipe Print RecipeLearn how to make homemade elderberry syrup easily at home.Not only is homemade fresher, but it is healthier than most store-bought versions that have lots of added sugar.Also, you can customize homemade elderberry syrup with low sugar and adjust as desired, to taste.

I have been making homemade elderberry syrup for over 6 years.I first wrote this recipe back when Olivia was younger and being exposed to lots of sick kids at school and bringing them home to me, haha.I got really, really sick at this time and had been hearing about the immune-boosting effects of elderberry syrup.

After searching for store versions and seeing all the sugar, I decide to make my own.I started making it regular during the fall for Olivia and I and it always helped us to stay healthy longer and to recover quicker.This year, since my mother passed away in August, I have had extreme stress and grief over the devastation of her loss.

Because of this, my immune system took a beating.I have gotten sick repeatedly since she has passed away.I have read that is common after a devastating death since stress and heartbreak is very tough on our bodies.

I decided I needed to make my elderberry syrup again and knew I needed to finally share how I make it with you! Since I have started consuming elderberry syrup and also, oil of oregano, I have been doing MUCH better! The combo of these two have powerful health benefits that seem to be finally working.It is hard having a bro

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