Elderberry Syrup | Family Immunity
What it's For: Supports the body's natural immune defences and everyday wellbeing for the whole family, with antioxidant protection through the year.
The Herbs: Organic elderberries.
When to Take It: Once or twice a day with food, at the dose for each age, from age two.
The Craft: Organic elderberry extract in vegetable glycerine and water, made by Zen Maitri's herbalists. Alcohol-free and 100% plant-based.
Free UK standard delivery on orders over £50
A Family Syrup of Organic Elderberry
Elderberry Syrup is a gentle, alcohol-free syrup for the whole family, from children aged two to adults. Organic elderberries are prepared in a base of vegetable glycerine, water and organic sugar, with a naturally sweet berry flavour children enjoy.
The Herbs
Elderberry Syrup keeps to a single herb, valued for generations in family seasonal care. It makes a simple, gentle syrup for everyday wellbeing through the year.
To Protect
Organic Elderberry (Sambucus nigra): A classic herb for seasonal family wellness, naturally rich in anthocyanins and antioxidant compounds that help protect cells from oxidative stress.
Why a Syrup?
A simple whole-plant syrup with no artificial flavourings: organic elderberries, vegetable glycerine, water and a little organic sugar, easy to take from a spoon, in warm water or stirred into porridge.
Specifications
Size: 100ml amber glass bottle
Base: Vegetable glycerine and purified water. Alcohol-free
Suitable for: Children aged 2 and over, and adults. 100% plant-based
Purified Water, Vegetable Glycerine, Organic Sugar and Extract of Organic Elderberry (Sambucus nigra).
Measuring: One teaspoon is approximately 5ml. Twenty drops are approximately 1ml.
Children Aged 2–5: 10 drops (approximately a quarter of a teaspoon), once or twice a day.
Children Aged 6–8: 15 drops (approximately a third of a teaspoon), once or twice a day.
Children Aged 9–11: 20 drops (approximately half a teaspoon), once or twice a day.
Adults & Young People Aged 12 and Over: 2.5ml (approximately half a teaspoon or 50 drops), twice a day.
To Take: From a spoon, in a little warm water or stirred into porridge. Best not taken on an empty stomach.
Safety & Cautions
Age Restriction: Suitable for children aged 2 years and over, as well as adults. Not suitable for infants or children under 2 years of age.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Not recommended during pregnancy or whilst breastfeeding.
Medical Advice: If your child is under medical supervision, taking prescription medication or has an underlying medical condition—or if you are an adult taking medication or managing a health condition—please consult your GP, pharmacist or one of our Medical Herbalists before use.
Recommended Intake: Do not exceed the stated recommended daily intake. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep out of the sight and reach of young children.
A Family Ritual
Keep Bedtimes Regular: A steady bedtime routine through the school week.
Wash Hands Often: Before eating, and after school, nursery or outdoor play.
Play Outside: Active time outdoors, balanced with quiet time to rest.
Cook Warm Family Meals: Vegetable soups, stews and porridge through the colder months.
Shipping rates:
United Kingdom (except for channels islands, see below).
- £4.50 for Standard Delivery (Royal Mail 48h Tracked). Delivery speed: 3-5 business days
- £6.50 for Express Delivery (Royal Mail 24h Tracked). Delivery Speed: 2-3 business days
- Free Standard Delivery on orders over £50
Channel Islands
- £6.50 for Standard Tracked (3-5 business days)
- Free Standard Tracked Shipping on orders of £50 or more.
USA
- We are currently not able to ship to the United States
Canada
- $15 (International delivery, 5-7 business days)
- Free Standard Tracked Shipping on orders of $200 and above.
We are also shipping to other countries/regions world-wide* including:
Europe: 5-7 business days
UAE: 5-7 business days
India: 5-7 business days
Saudia Arabia: 5-7 business days
Australia: 7 business days
New Zealand: 7 business days
*Rates will vary according to region/country, with exact shipping rates appearing when you check out.
