After many illnesses (and delayed treatment because he didn't know he was sick), we tried Elderberry in desperation. Despite the high cost, we began to purchase Elderberry at natural food stores. Elderberry Syrups can be found in grocery stores and pharmacies as well as natural food stores. However we have found that most manufactures used ingredients we did not want to consume (thickeners, high f
ructose corn syrups, sugar and artificial ingredients). What's even harder to swallow is the price for such small quantities. My original intention was just to make a supply for our family. Over the years this small Homestead Kitchen business has blossomed. Ingredients: Organic Elderberries, Organic Herbs and Spices, Local Raw Honey, Water.
*No sugar, thickeners or artificial ingredients! Each batch of Elderberry simmers for at least 12 hours in order to gently extract the maximum amount of fruit, flavor, and nutrients from the berries, herbs and spices. The entire process takes 18-24 hours. After sterilizing all work areas, I prepare my Elderberry in small batches in my home kitchen. A PRAYER OF INTENTION OVER EVERY JAR:
Although some may think it an odd practice, ever since I began making Elderberry Syrup I have said a prayer over every jar. Over the years, my prayer simplified to my purest intention: Wellness ~ Healing ~ Peace
Mother Teresa said, "We can do no great things; only small things with great love." For me, making Elderberry has become my mindfulness practice, my meditation, my prayer and my offering.
