Question 1

How much elderberry is actually in your syrup?

Accepted Answer

A lot — some basic estimates put our syrup at around 400–500 mg of elderberry per teaspoon. Each bottle contains the equivalent of more than half a pound of fresh berries.

Question 2

What kind of berries do you use?

Accepted Answer

In the late summer and early fall we make a limited run of syrup with American (canadensis) elderberries grown on our own farm. The rest of the year we use certified organic European (nigra) elderberries.

Question 3

Can I eat elderberries raw?

Accepted Answer

No — raw elderberries should not be eaten. They need to be cooked, both for safety and to unlock their benefits, which is exactly what we do when we make every batch of syrup.

Question 4

What is your syrup's shelf life?

Accepted Answer

Our honey syrup keeps for 8–12 weeks in the coldest part of your fridge. The glycerin syrup lasts 6–8 months refrigerated. Both last longer if you pour a spoonful rather than drinking straight from the bottle.

Question 5

How should I store my elderberry syrup?

Accepted Answer

Keep it refrigerated after opening — the coldest part of the fridge is best. Our shelf-stable varieties can be stored in the pantry until opened; check the label on your bottle.

Question 6

How much syrup should my family take?

Accepted Answer

Most families take a spoonful daily as part of their wellness routine — many increase to a few spoonfuls a day during the winter season. Check the label for serving suggestions by age.

Question 7

What else can I do with your elderberry?

Accepted Answer

The list is almost endless. Stir it into yogurt, use it as a marinade or glaze for meats, add gelatin to make gummies, or freeze it into popsicles. Traditional cookbooks have everything from elderberry soup to pancake syrup, so do not be shy about experimenting.

Question 8

Why drink elderberry in the first place?

Accepted Answer

Elderberry is both a traditional food and a long-standing supporter of wellness and the immune system. It is one of the most nutritious berries around — the USDA flavonoid database ranks it well ahead of blueberries.

Question 9

What formulations do you offer?

Accepted Answer

Our syrup comes in honey, maple, low-carb, and unsweetened versions, in 8 oz and 16 oz bottles, so there is an option for every family and every diet — including little ones under one year (choose a honey-free formulation).

Question 10

Why does my package say "Walker Family Homestead"?

Accepted Answer

When Abby's Elderberry was sold from the Moody family to the Walker family, it was taken in under their already existing business — Walker Family Homestead. Same syrup, same recipe, just a different name on the shipping label.

Question 11

Do you offer subscriptions?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Subscribe to your staples and save on every delivery. You can pause, skip, or adjust your subscription any time from your account.

Question 12

Do you offer wholesale?

Accepted Answer

We do — our products are stocked in shops across the country. Our wholesale page has pricing, a sell sheet, and a way to request samples or book a call.

Question 13

How does the affiliate program work?

Accepted Answer

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