Elderberry Flapjack Syrup (waiting on labels)
Truth be told, I was making jam this season, and my fruit was floating, and it would not thicken. SO- me being me, I skimmed off all the berries and canned it as Flapjack Syrup. It tastes amazing! So dang good on waffles, pancakes (flapjacks) or even oatmeal. The properties of elderberries will be added to your families flapjacks, and they are none the wiser. LOL
Ingredients: (all organic)
Elderberries, sugar, water, lemon juice
One of the most commonly used medicinal plants in the world is Elderberry. Likewise, the same properties are also present in Elderflower. Traditionally, the berries were used to treat infections and also make wine. Nowadays, elderberry is widely used as a supplement to treat cold and flu symptoms.
Some history of Elderberry:
https://www.herbsociety.org/file_download/inline/a54e481a-e368-4414-af68-2e3d42bc0bec#:~:text=The%20story%20of%20Sambucus%2C%20elderberry,26).
Elderberries are immune boosters because their juice contains high amounts of flavonoids called anthocyanins, which are very strong anti-oxidants. Elderberries are also very high in Vitamin C, which increases the anti-oxidant effect. The elderberry is also an expectorant that helps to create a productive cough.
MountainsideGoods Elder items are available here: https://mountainside-goods.myshopify.com/collections/eats
If you purchase multiple jars, please select the medium flat rate for each 4 jars.