How to Make Elderberry Syrup, Tincture, and Ox Smell

🍇Elderberries contain a toxin that can cause illness, so it's important to process them before consumption.

👩‍⚕️Consult a doctor before taking elderberry as a supplement, as it may not be suitable for everyone.

🥄Elderberry syrup is made by simmering elderberries with ginger, cinnamon, and water, then sweetening with honey.

💧Elderberry tincture is made by soaking dried elderberries in vodka for several weeks to extract their beneficial properties.

🍯Elderberry ox smell is made by combining dried elderberries with raw apple cider vinegar and honey, providing a longer shelf life without the need for alcohol.

Can I use fresh elderberries for these recipes?

—Fresh elderberries must be processed before consumption to remove the toxin they contain. It is recommended to use dried elderberries for these recipes.

Is elderberry safe for everyone to take as a supplement?

—It is important to consult a doctor before taking elderberry as a supplement, as it may not be suitable for everyone, especially those with autoimmune diseases.

How long does elderberry syrup last?

—Elderberry syrup has a shelf life of about 6 to 8 weeks when stored in the refrigerator.

How long does elderberry tincture last?

—Elderberry tincture can have a shelf life of up to 5 years if stored properly.

What is the benefit of making elderberry ox smell?

—Elderberry ox smell has a longer shelf life of up to 6 months to a year when stored in the refrigerator, and it does not contain alcohol.

00:00Introduction and overview of the elderberry processing project.

02:46Discussion on the toxicity of raw elderberries and the importance of processing them before consumption.

09:46Demonstration of making elderberry syrup by simmering elderberries with ginger, cinnamon, and water, then sweetening with honey.

15:50Demonstration of making elderberry tincture by soaking dried elderberries in vodka for several weeks to extract their beneficial properties.

22:59Demonstration of making elderberry ox smell by combining dried elderberries with raw apple cider vinegar and honey for a longer shelf life without the need for alcohol.