Elderberry Tea is the Best Tea for Chilly Days

I'll be honest, here at the early edge of winter this year, I've been craving Elderberry Tea, seeking that comforting brew for all of its benefits and just its warming nature.

I don't know why I have a thing for elderberry tea in particular this year. Maybe it's just my need for a bit of comfort, maybe it's just that my tastebuds are in for it. 

But it doesn't really matter.

What matters is that I love it and it's super easy to make and there's so much flavor, it's definitely a tea you need to try this winter.

So, grab your favorite mug and let's get making!

Elderberry Tea

Making Elderberry tea is a bit different than making normal tea. But don't let that intimidate you! It's easy, just different, if that makes sense.

Basically, when you make a normal cup of herbal tea like blackberry or ginger, you usually only steep the leaves for a minute or two in hot water before you want to pull them out. Then it's time to enjoy you tea, right?

But when using dried elderberries, it's a different matter. You have to allow the dried berries to simmer for about 15 minutes to make sure all of the beneficial properties are extracted to the fullest.

See? Not hard, just different. And totally worth it.

What You Need to Make Elderberry Tea

• 1 Tablespoon of Dried Elderberries
• 8-12 oz of Filtered Water
• Cinnamon Stick (Optional)

How to Make Elderberry Tea

1. In a small sauce pan, bring 8-12 oz of water and 1 TBS of dried elderberries (and optional cinnamon stick) to a boil.

2. Let simmer on a low heat for 15 minutes.

3. Using a fine mesh filter or tea strainer, drain your tea in a tea mug. 

4. Add honey and lemon to taste.

5. Enjoy your cup of goodness. 

Isn't this such a fantastically simple recipe?! If you're loving this warm and cozy tea recipe, but you're not quite ready to break out the elderberry, be sure to pin this to your favorite easy drink recipes board on Pinterest so you can find it again super quick when you are ready.

More Winter Recipes You May Enjoy

• Easy Banana Bread
• Caramel Pumpkin Spice Cocktail
• Chicken and Stuffing Casserole

Yield: 1 Cup Elderberry Tea

Elderberry Tea Recipe

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When you need a warm drink to heal your soul, a cup of elderberry tea is the best way to bring that to your mug.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon of Dried Elderberries
• 8-12 oz of Filtered Water
• Cinnamon Stick (Optional)

Instructions

1. In a small sauce pan, bring 8-12 oz of water and 1 TBS of dried elderberries (and optional cinnamon stick) to a boil.
2. Let simmer on a low heat for 15 minutes.
3. Using a fine mesh filter or tea strainer, drain your tea in a tea mug. 
4. Add honey and lemon to taste.
5. Enjoy your cup of goodness.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

1

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 3Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 114mgCarbohydrates: 1gFiber: 1gSugar: 0gProtein: 0g