• Flowers from my Meadow Elderberries 20g kraft stand-up pouch with pink round logo, viewing window showing whole dried elderberries and white label, on a white background
  • Whole dried elderberries with fresh Sambucus nigra berries, flowers and leaves
  • Dried elderberries with prepared berry drinks and syrup in a botanical pantry scene; elderberries must be thoroughly cooked before consumption
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Flowers from my Meadow

Elderberries

Elderberries

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Sambucus nigra · Whole Dried Elderberries · Traditional Botanical Pantry

Deeply coloured and naturally tart, Elderberries are a traditional European fruit recognised for their rich berry character and distinctive place in seasonal kitchen preparations.

Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) grows on a flowering shrub or small tree that produces clusters of cream-coloured blossoms followed by purple-black fruits.

Our whole dried Elderberries are packed as a single botanical ingredient for properly cooked syrups, preserves and warming berry beverages. Their naturally occurring anthocyanins contribute to the characteristic dark colour.

At Flowers from my Meadow, we keep it pure and uncomplicated: carefully packed whole dried Elderberries for the botanical pantry.

How to Prepare Safely

Elderberries must be thoroughly cooked before eating or drinking. Raw or inadequately cooked elderberries, particularly unripe berries, can cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. Do not use them as a simple cold infusion or eat them directly from the pouch.

For culinary preparations, simmer the berries thoroughly in plenty of water until fully cooked, then strain out seeds and any remaining solids. Follow a tested elderberry food-preparation recipe rather than assuming steeping alone makes the berries safe.

Precautions

Do not eat raw or undercooked Elderberries. Do not consume elder leaves, stems, bark, roots or unripe fruits. If pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or managing a medical condition, seek professional advice before medicinal use. Elderberry foods do not replace medical care.

Size & Packaging

20g whole dried Elderberries in a resealable kraft pouch.

Storage

Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

From The Meadow Kitchen

Explore our seasonal infusion prepared with fully boiled and simmered dried Elderberries, finely strained Rosehips and cinnamon. Discover Elderberry & Rosehip Seasonal Infusion →

Prepare a refrigerated cinnamon syrup using thoroughly cooked Elderberries. Discover Elderberry & Cinnamon Syrup →

Explore a refrigerated ginger-and-cinnamon syrup made with fully cooked Elderberries. Discover Elderberry, Ginger & Cinnamon Syrup →

View full details
Meet the Elderberry botanical field guide for Flowers from my Meadow, featuring dried elderberries (Sambucus nigra) in a rustic ceramic bowl, clusters of dark purple-black elderberries, delicate white elderflowers and green leaves, alongside botanical characteristics and traditional culinary uses.
The Elderberry Ritual editorial for Flowers from my Meadow, featuring dried elderberries, a rich ruby-red cooked infusion, botanical blends, homemade elderberry syrup and preserves, and elderberry baked goods. Includes safe preparation instructions emphasizing simmering dried elderberries for 10–15 minutes before straining and serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make elderberry tea by simply steeping the dried berries?
No. Dried Elderberries should be thoroughly cooked before consumption, not eaten straight from the pouch or prepared by a simple cold or brief hot-water steep. Use a tested, fully cooked elderberry food recipe and strain out the seeds and remaining solids.
What can I make with dried Elderberries?
These whole dried Sambucus nigra berries are intended for properly cooked berry syrups, preserves and warming fruit beverages. Their deep colour and tart berry character make them a distinctive addition to a botanical kitchen.
How should I store Elderberries, and are there precautions?
Keep the 20g pouch sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture and sunlight. Never eat raw or undercooked berries, unripe fruit, leaves or stems. Seek professional advice before medicinal use during pregnancy, breastfeeding, with medication or with a medical condition.

OUR QUALITY PROMISE

Botanicals, Kept Pure & Uncomplicated

We believe beautiful botanicals need very little interference. Our approach is simple: thoughtfully selected ingredients, careful handling and honest information about what you're bringing into your home.

  • THOUGHTFULLY SELECTED

    Botanicals chosen with attention to quality, appearance and suitability for their intended use.

  • CAREFULLY HANDLED

    Handled and packed with care to help preserve the natural character of each botanical.

  • PURE & UNCOMPLICATED

    Thoughtfully crafted botanical products, with purposeful ingredients and nothing unnecessarily complicated.

  • PACKED IN SOUTH AFRICA

    Carefully packed by Flowers from my Meadow in South Africa.

From our meadow to your home, with care.