Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1¼ cups water
  • 2-3 tsp dried elderberries
  • 1 cinnamon stick ((or a few slices of fresh ginger))
  • 1 tsp dried echinacea ((optional))

Instruction

  • Place elderberries, water and cinnamon/ginger (if using) in a pot.
  • Bring the water to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover the pot.  
  • Simmer the tea on low for 20 minutes.
  • If you're not incorporating echinacea, remove the pot from heat and strain out the berries and cinnamon/ginger if using. If you're incorporating echinacea, remove the pot from heat and add it in. Put the lid back on and let it steep for five minutes before straining.
  • Sweeten with raw honey or your preferred sweetener if desired before serving.