Harvested in Ukraine, these organic dried elderberries (Sambucus Nigra)grow from bushy shrubs. Their clusters of white flowers mature to purple-black berry like fruits. The berries can have a tart, bitter or tangy taste. Elderberry is ripest when it is dark purple-black. Elderberries must be cooked before consuming. High in vitamin C, rich in antioxidants, and well known to help prevent and alleviate cold and flu symptoms, these dried berries can be used to make tea, jellies, syrups, and more. For tea, add a spoonful to a tea bag, heat water to 195 ° or to a boil. Steep tea bag in water for 5 minutes, add honey or natural sweetener if desired. For elderberry syrup tips, see videos on our site. Packaged in a recyclable bag. Reputable studies have indicated the benefits of the ingredients in our teas and herbal products. For more detailed information, you can refer to sites like National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, Healthline, WebMD The products offered on this site are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. We recommend consulting with a trusted healthcare provider and your intuition before using our products, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition or are taking any medications.
