During cold and flu season, this immune tincture recipe brings together Elderberry Whole, Ginger Root Cut, and Licorice Root Cut—a potent trio for immune resilience. Elderberry supports natural defense, ginger warms the body and promotes circulation, and licorice root soothes mucous membranes while extending the tincture’s shelf life.
Combine one cup of elderberries with a quarter cup each of ginger and licorice in a clean glass jar. Cover with vodka or brandy and steep for four to six weeks, shaking occasionally. Strain and bottle in amber glass. Take one to two droppers daily as a preventive or every few hours at the first sign of symptoms.
This tincture can also be made alcohol-free by substituting vegetable glycerin and water for vodka, following the same process. Each herb is available in premium quality from LA Herb