Elderberries have been intertwined with folklore and ancient remedies since the times of the Ancient Greeks and Egyptians. Across Europe, elder trees were believed to be sacred, their blossoms and berries imbued with protective energy. Healers would turn to these berries to craft syrups, teas, and tinctures that shielded their communities from the ravages of illness, especially during colder months when fevers and infections were rife. In Norse mythology, the elder tree was associated with the goddess of love and fertility, and the tree was often seen as a guardian of health and longevity.

Though ancient civilizations may not have fully understood the science behind elderberries, their intuition about this fruit’s health-enhancing properties has been validated by modern research.

Whether used in a warming tea, as a soothing syrup, warm atop ice cream, or in our Elderberry Truffle-Bar, these berries offer a comforting reminder of the wisdom carried in the cycles of the earth, urging us to prepare for the colder months with foods that fortify and restore.