Fermented Elderberry Honey
Boost your immune system with this easy fermented elderberry honey! This delicious and naturally preserved remedy is packed with antioxidants and beneficial probiotics.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes + 1-4 weeks fermentation
- Yield: Approximately 1 cup
- Category: Wellness
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: N/A
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried elderberries
- 1 cup raw honey (local is best!)
- Pinch of sea salt (optional, but helps fermentation)
Instructions
- Place the dried elderberries in a clean, sterilized glass jar.
- Pour the raw honey over the elderberries, ensuring they are completely submerged.
- Add a pinch of sea salt, if using.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Loosely cover the jar with a lid (do not tighten it completely, as gases will be released during fermentation).
- Place the jar in a dark, cool place (like a pantry) for 1-4 weeks, stirring gently every few days to release any trapped gases.
- You’ll notice bubbles forming, which indicates fermentation is happening.
- Taste after one week. The honey will become thinner and more tart. Continue fermenting to your desired taste, up to four weeks.
- Once fermented to your liking, store the honey in the refrigerator to slow down the fermentation process.
Notes
Enjoy a spoonful of this fermented elderberry honey daily, especially during cold and flu season. You can also drizzle it over yogurt, oatmeal, or add it to tea.
Find it online: https://seasonedrecipe.com/fermented-elderberry-honey/