Elderflower: Healing Benefits, History, and How to Use It in Drinks

The Fabled Alchemist Elderflower benefits, history, and how to use it in drinks, cordials, and syrups. Anti-inflammatory and traditionally used for colds, flu, and immunity. 7 minutes

What You Need

Recipe 20-25 fresh elderflower heads (or 1/2 cup dried elderflowers) 4 cups water 3 cups organic cane sugar 2 lemons, sliced 1 ounce citric acid (optional, for preservation)

Step 1 Inspect the elderflower heads and remove thick stems or insects.

Step 2 Place the elderflowers and sliced lemons in a heat-safe bowl or jar.

The Result Elderflower benefits, history, and how to use it in drinks, cordials, and syrups. Anti-inflammatory and traditionally used for colds, flu, and immunity.

Elderflower: Healing Benefits, History, and How to Use It in Drinks

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