Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I ordered these so I could make my own Organic Elderberry Syrup (aka Sambucus). The organic store brands (I don't even bother with non organic) usually have an ingredient or two that I don't want to consume. I used a recipe I found on MountainRoseHerbs(dot)com. Not only was it really easy to make, I only had to use 1/2 cup of berries, making several small jars of delicious syrup! When I think of how expensive it is for a little jar of store bought organic syrup, making my own with my own organic ingredients in my own kitchen is a no brainer! I don't expect I will need another 1lb bag for a while, but when I do, I'll be getting these. Recipe: 1C Fresh OR 1/2C Dried Blue or Black Elderberries (Note: Red Berries are poisonous) 3C Water 1C Raw Honey OR Sugar Cane (if making for infants, don't give raw honey to babies) 1 Cinnamon Stick 3 Cloves Ginger to taste (fresh or powdered) Place berries, water & spices in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat & simmer for 30 minutes. Smash berries to release remaining juice & strain the mixture. Allow to cool & stir in honey. Syrup will last 2 - 3 months stored in the refrigerator. You can take a teaspoon a day for general wellness & to help prevent sickness or a tablespoon a day for when you are sick. It's great for helping fight the flu. Enjoy!