Step 1

Place elderberries, water, ginger, cinnamon and cloves in a large pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes o until the mixture has reduced in volume by half.

Step 2

Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.

Step 3

When cooled use a mesh strainer or cheesecloth to strain the berries. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press all the juice out. Discard the elderberries.

Step 4

Add honey to the mixture and stir until well combined. Store in an airtight bottle or container in the refrigerator.