How to Make Non-Alcoholic Immune Support Spritzer With Elderberry Syrup

As the days grow shorter and the cold season sets in, naturally support your immune system with the power of elderberries and citrus juice. Non-alcoholic Elderberry and Citrus Immune Support Spritzer is easy to make and a tasty way to consume your daily antioxidants and vitamin C. In addition, this recipe is perfect for adults and children and can be enjoyed as a replacement for a cocktail or soda.

Benefits of elderberry and citrus spritzers

Unlike other methods of consuming elderberries and vitamin C, typically enjoyed as syrups, pill supplements, or juices that can be high in sugar, non-alcoholic spritzers combine the ingredients in a way that is refreshing, hydrating, and palatable to sensitive tastebuds. Mixing the freshly-squeezed citrus and the elderberry syrup in carbonated water will add more hydration to your day and temporarily relieve the pain of sore or scratchy throats. For those sensitive to citrus, that ingredient can be left out, or apple cider vinegar can be a helpful substitution.

In addition to the benefits of citrus juices, elderberries are often used to prevent illness, and spritzers can be a great way to receive the benefits from this versatile berry. Lastly, the spritzer can be enjoyed with or without ice, depending on the time of year you are enjoying the beverage- a perfect addition to later summer or early fall meals.

(If you’re looking for more healing ideas to keep your immune system healthy and happy, try out another of our favorite, easy recipes: How to Make a Delightful Spring Tea).

Ingredients and tools you’ll need for Non-Alcoholic Elderberry and Citrus Immune Boosting Spritzer.

Ingredients:

• 2 Tablespoons elderberry syrup
• The juice from 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
• The juice from half a grapefruit (about 1 tablespoon, substitute orange, lime, or more lemon if grapefruit is not desirable).
• 8 0z carbonated water
• Fresh mint or oregano as garnish

Note: this recipe makes approximately 1 cup of elderberry and citrus immune support spritzer. Enjoy the drink alone or with a meal.

Tools:

• Standard drinking glass
• Mixing spoon
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Electric juicer or hand juicer

How to make elderberry citrus Immune Support Spritzer

1. Firstly, add the elderberry syrup to an 8 oz or bigger drinking glass.
2. After that, juice the lemon and add the juice and add the juice to the drinking glass.
3. Next, add the grapefruit juice to the mixture and stir.
4. Carefully pour the carbonated water and fill the glass until the glass is full but not overflowing (you may have a few ounces of carbonated water remaining).
5. Stir and combine the ingredients. The spritzer will turn a purple/magenta hue once it mixes well.
6. Once all of the ingredients are combined, add the ice if you are using it and garnish the spritzer with fresh mint or oregano.

How to enjoy your Elderberry and Citrus Immune Support Spritzer

To enjoy, simply prepare the spritzer per the instructions above. The immune support spritzer is best made before it is intended to consume, so the carbonated water remains bubbly. The bubbles in the carbonated water relieve throat soreness and dryness or are a delightful sensation at any time.

Tips for making and using your Elderberry and Citrus Immune Support Spritzer

• For those sensitive to citrus, omit the lemon and grapefruit juice. Consider substituting apple cider vinegar.
• If you’re sensitive to elderberry syrup, consider using hibiscus tea as a substitute.
• Enjoy the spritzer as an enjoyable way to support your health or as a cold and flu symptom management recipe.