elderberry syrup
Dark fruit remedy
Elderberry syrup is a thick liquid made from the cooked berries of the elder tree, typically sweetened with honey or sugar.
It has a long folk tradition as a remedy for colds and flu, and remains popular in alternative health circles: I take elderberry syrup at the first sign of a sore throat.
Commercial versions are sold alongside vitamins and supplements.
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