The Forager's Handbook by Vickie Shufer

Author:Vickie Shufer
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9781510767874
Publisher: Skyhorse
Published: 2022-03-14T16:00:00+00:00

Elderflower Syrup

A cooling, refreshing drink for a hot summer day.

2 cups elderflowers

1 lemon, sliced

8 cups organic cane sugar

5 cups water

Place flowers and sliced lemon in a large bowl and set aside. Bring sugar and water to a boil and continue to cook for 5 minutes. Pour sugar water mixture over flowers and lemon slices and blend together. Store in a cool, dark place for several days. Strain. Use to sweeten lemonade or add sparkling water for a cooling summertime drink.

Medicinal Benefits

The flowers are anti-inflammatory, antiviral, anti-catarrhal, and diaphoretic. The berries are also antiviral and anti-inflammatory and can be used for coughs and colds and for flu prevention. Elderflowers are considered blood movers and are good for clearing heat and toxins, as with eczema or other skin conditions. Elderflower tea can be used to reduce inflammation and for skin eruptions (Hobbs, 2013).

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