Can I add elderberry syrup to kombucha?

Last Updated on June 20, 2024 by Michelle

Can I add elderberry syrup to kombucha? I didn’t even question it a few years ago when the idea struck me. I knew it’d be delicious. The only question was, why the heck didn’t I think of it sooner?

Can I make elderberry syrup to use in kombucha?

While you can definitely buy amazing elderberry syrup, you can also make your own. Here’s my recipe for how to make your own elderberry syrup, with maple syrup as the sweetener.

If you don’t have elderberry bushes in your neck of the woods, no fret, you still have options:

You can purchase organic dried elderberries.

You can purchase organic elderberry syrup.

Listen in to this podcast episode for lots more information about elderberry.

 

How do I find elderberry bushes and forage elderberries?

Look for the tall, round shrubs covered in white wispy blooms in mid to end of July here in New England. And the tiny deep purple berries cover the shrub in end of August around here.

Listen in to this podcast episode for lots more details about elderberries and how to forage for them.

Is Kombucha even better for you with elderberry syrup?

Kombucha is an amazing elixir.

Kombucha can help you fight off colds and flus because it’s fermented tea. It’s filled with good bacteria and yeast that boost your immune system and contribute to a healthy gut.

Add in elderberry syrup and your kombucha will pack quite an amazing punch, because elderberry syrup offers vitamin A and C, potassium, folate, calcium, iron, fiber, flavonoids, and antioxidants. I make my elderberry syrup with maple syrup for added polyphenols–which do a great job fighting viruses as well. (Or you can buy elderberry syrup made with maple syrup!)

How can I add elderberry syrup to kombucha?

It’s super simple, really, just add about 2 TB of elderberry syrup to every cup’s worth of your kombucha you’re using for a second ferment. While it’s wonderfully delicious just like that, you can have fun playing with other complimentary flavors to add along with the elderberry syrup. Here are some of my favorite recipe combinations:

How can I add elderberry syrup to kombucha?

Recipes for Elderberry Kombucha

All recipes are for making a second-ferment elderberry kombucha in a 1/2-gallon-size mason jar. For more info on DIY kombucha: Simple DIY Kombucha

Mango Elderberry Kombucha

Mango Elderberry is one of my current FAVORITE kombucha flavorings that I make. You’ll need:

• 1 tsp mango flavoring for kombucha (find it here and use code SOULYRESTED for 10% off)
• 1/4 cup elderberry syrup (this is my all-time favorite and use code SOULYRESTED for 15% off!)
• first-ferment kombucha to fill 1/2 gallon jar

Elderberry Sage Kombucha

• 1/2 TB crushed dry sage leaves
• 1/4 cup elderberry syrup
• first-ferment kombucha to fill 1/2 gallon jar

Elderberry Mint Kombucha

• 1/2 TB crushed dry mint leaves
• 1/4 cup elderberry syrup
• first-ferment kombucha to fill 1/2 gallon jar

Strawberry Elderberry Kombucha

• 3-4 frozen strawberries, cut up
• 1/4 cup elderberry syrup
• first-ferment kombucha to fill 1/2 gallon jar

More Things You’ll Love:

How to make elderberry syrup yourself, sweetened with maple syrup

Where to buy the best elderberry syrup (use code SOULYRESTED for 15% off!)

Our family’s favorite kombucha recipes

My complete Pantry List for you to download and make your own

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