{"product_id":"alkaline-herb-dried-elderberries-whole-4-oz","title":"Alkaline Herb Dried Elderberries Whole - 4 oz","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlkaline Herb Dried Elderberries are whole, uncut berries of Sambucus nigra grown and harvested in Albania. With just one ingredient and nothing added, they brew into a deep, dark, tart tea or simmer into homemade syrup. Always cook them before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole dried elderberries, organic or wildcrafted, sourced from Albania\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMust be simmered or cooked; never eat raw to avoid stomach upset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake tea: simmer 1–2 tablespoons in 10 fl oz water for 15 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake syrup: simmer ½ cup berries in 3 cups water for 45 minutes until reduced by half\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep, dark, tart flavour with jammy notes; naturally caffeine free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTea: Add 1 to 2 tablespoons to 10 fl oz of boiling water, cover and simmer 15 minutes, then strain. Syrup: Simmer ½ cup berries in 3 cups water for about 45 minutes until liquid reduces by half, strain, press berries, cool, then stir in sweetener and refrigerate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is It For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese berries suit anyone looking to make homemade elderberry tea or syrup at home. They are not for use during pregnancy or nursing, and individuals under 18 or with known medical conditions should consult a physician before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlkaline Herb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried Berries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy must elderberries be cooked?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRaw elderberries can upset the stomach, so they must always be simmered or cooked before use. Cooking is part of every tea and syrup recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store the dried elderberries?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore tightly closed in a dry place between 59 and 86 degrees Fahrenheit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat do these berries taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey are deep, dark and tart, closer to a berry than a floral tea, with a jammy note once cooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Why must elderberries be cooked?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Raw elderberries can upset the stomach, so they must always be simmered or cooked before use. Cooking is part of every tea and syrup recipe.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How should I store the dried elderberries?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Store tightly closed in a dry place between 59 and 86 degrees Fahrenheit.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What do these berries taste like?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"They are deep, dark and tart, closer to a berry than a floral tea, with a jammy note once cooked.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Alkaline Herb","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67649977811198,"sku":"P-081813","price":54.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/3652\/0190\/files\/41hSBswnlWL.jpg?v=1790941731","url":"https:\/\/vitaminnorth.com\/products\/alkaline-herb-dried-elderberries-whole-4-oz","provider":"VitaminNorth","version":"1.0","type":"link"}