Elderberry has been a cornerstone of traditional wellness kitchens for centuries. Prized across European and North American folk herbalism for its rich antioxidant content and deep, berry-forward flavor. Our Elderberry Syrup honors that lineage while bringing something unmistakably LaLumi to the jar: warmth, intention, and a recipe worth savoring.

Each small batch begins with organic elderberries, decocted with ginger root for gentle heat, grapefruit peel for a citrus brightness, ceylon cinnamon for depth, and a whole vanilla bean that rounds out the flavor into something almost dessert-like. The finished decoction is preserved in raw local honey and a measure of bourbon, which extends shelf life while adding a smooth, mellow finish.

The result is a syrup that's rich, aromatic, and layered. Take it by the spoonful as a daily seasonal companion, stir it into tea, or drizzle it over warm oatmeal. However you enjoy it, this is elderberry the way it was meant to be.

Made to order in small batches.
This item is crafted after your order is placed and typically ships within 7–10 business days. You’ll receive tracking as soon as your order leaves our studio.

Ingredients: Filtered rainwater, bourbon, raw Georgia honey, organic elderberries (Sambucus nigra), organic ginger (Zingiber officinale), organic grapefruit peel (Citrus × paradisi), organic ceylon cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum), organic vanilla bean (Vanilla planifolia).

Sourcing: All botanicals are USDA-certified organic. Honey is raw, unfiltered, and sourced from local Georgia apiaries. Bourbon is used as a natural preservative.

Allergens & Cautions: Contains alcohol (bourbon). Not suitable for children under 1 year due to raw honey. Consult your healthcare provider if pregnant, nursing, or taking medication.

Suggested serving: 1 tablespoon daily as part of your seasonal wellness routine. May increase to 2–3 times daily during times of extra need.

Enjoy straight from the spoon, stirred into hot tea or warm water with lemon, drizzled over yogurt, oatmeal, or pancakes, or blended into a smoothie.

Storage: Refrigerate after opening. Best used within 6 months of purchase.

Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) is one of the most widely used herbs in Western folk medicine. Traditionally valued for its deep purple pigments—which indicate a high concentration of anthocyanins and flavonoids—elderberry has been a seasonal kitchen staple for generations.

In traditional European herbalism, elderberry preparations were made each autumn in preparation for the colder months, often combined with warming spices like ginger and cinnamon to create a comforting, nourishing ritual.

Explore our full Herbal Index to learn more about the botanicals in this formula.