{"product_id":"organic-elderberries-dried-1-lb-454-g","title":"Organic Elderberries Dried 1 lb (454 g)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background:#ece5f4;border-radius:10px;padding:18px 22px;margin:0 0 28px 0;font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:#1d1d1d;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight:500;\"\u003e✓ Organic Sambucus Nigra Elderberries\u003c\/strong\u003e — sustainably sourced\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight:500;\"\u003e✓ 1 lb (454g) Resealable Pouch\u003c\/strong\u003e — generous family-size pouch for syrup, tea, and baking\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight:500;\"\u003e✓ Pure \u0026amp; Natural\u003c\/strong\u003e — no additives, no preservatives, no added sugar\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight:500;\"\u003e✓ Versatile Use\u003c\/strong\u003e — make elderberry syrup, tea, jams, or baked goods\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight:500;\"\u003e✓ Deep Purple Colour\u003c\/strong\u003e — carefully de-stemmed whole berries, Sambucus nigra only\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:16px;color:#1d1d1d;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 14px 0;\"\u003eOur organic dried elderberries (\u003cem\u003eSambucus nigra\u003c\/em\u003e) are sourced from sustainable agriculture and carefully dried to preserve their deep colour and fruity flavour. Each 1 lb (454 g) pouch gives you a generous supply for homemade elderberry syrup, teas, and other preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:16px;color:#1d1d1d;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 28px 0;\"\u003eElderberries have been part of traditional European cooking for centuries, simmered into syrups, jams, soups and teas. Their deep purple colour comes from natural plant pigments called anthocyanins. No additives, no preservatives, no added sugar — just pure, whole dried elderberries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:20px;font-weight:500;color:#1d1d1d;margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eWhat Makes These Elderberries Different?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:16px;color:#1d1d1d;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 14px 0;\"\u003eNot all dried elderberries are the same. We use exclusively \u003cem\u003eSambucus nigra\u003c\/em\u003e — the European elderberry species that has been used in traditional European kitchens for centuries. Many cheaper dried elderberries on the market are a different species (\u003cem\u003eSambucus canadensis\u003c\/em\u003e) or are mixed with stems and debris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:16px;color:#1d1d1d;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 28px 0;\"\u003eOur elderberries are organic, carefully de-stemmed, and gently dried to preserve their deep purple colour and fruity flavour. The 1 lb (454 g) resealable pouch gives you enough for multiple batches of homemade elderberry syrup — significantly more affordable than buying pre-made syrups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:20px;font-weight:500;color:#1d1d1d;margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eHow to Use Dried Elderberries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fill,minmax(260px,1fr));gap:10px;margin:0 0 20px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#ece5f4;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 16px;font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:#1d1d1d;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e🍯 \u003cstrong style=\"font-weight:500;\"\u003eElderberry Syrup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simmer with water, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger. Strain and add honey — the most popular use.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#ece5f4;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 16px;font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:#1d1d1d;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e🍷 \u003cstrong style=\"font-weight:500;\"\u003eSoups \u0026amp; Sauces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cook into a traditional elderberry soup or a fruity sauce for game and desserts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#ece5f4;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 16px;font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:#1d1d1d;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e🧁 \u003cstrong style=\"font-weight:500;\"\u003eBaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add to muffins, scones, or granola for a unique berry flavour and deep purple colour.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#ece5f4;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 16px;font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:#1d1d1d;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e🍓 \u003cstrong style=\"font-weight:500;\"\u003eJams \u0026amp; Preserves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cook into elderberry jam or combine with other berries for a mixed berry preserve.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#ece5f4;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 16px;font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:#1d1d1d;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e🪗 \u003cstrong style=\"font-weight:500;\"\u003eGummies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use elderberry syrup as a base for homemade fruit gummies.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"safety-note\" role=\"note\" style=\"font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;color:#1d1d1d;background:#fff4e5;border-left:4px solid #b54708;padding:12px 16px;margin:0 0 28px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elderberries must be cooked before consumption. Do not eat raw dried elderberries. Always simmer elderberries for at least 15–20 minutes before eating or drinking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:20px;font-weight:500;color:#1d1d1d;margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:15px;border:1px solid rgba(29,29,29,0.1);border-radius:8px;overflow:hidden;margin:0 0 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:rgba(29,29,29,0.02);\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(29,29,29,0.08);font-weight:500;width:40%;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(29,29,29,0.08);\"\u003eOrganic Dried Elderberries (\u003cem\u003eSambucus nigra\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(29,29,29,0.08);font-weight:500;width:40%;\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(29,29,29,0.08);\"\u003e1 lb (454 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:rgba(29,29,29,0.02);\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(29,29,29,0.08);font-weight:500;width:40%;\"\u003eQuality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(29,29,29,0.08);\"\u003eOrganic · Non-GMO · No additives\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(29,29,29,0.08);font-weight:500;width:40%;\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(29,29,29,0.08);\"\u003eCool and dry · Reseal pouch after opening\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:rgba(29,29,29,0.02);\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 16px;font-weight:500;width:40%;\"\u003eRaw Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 16px;\"\u003eNo — must be cooked before eating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:rgba(29,29,29,0.55);line-height:1.6;margin:0;\"\u003eAlso available: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/organic-dried-aronia-berries-500-g\" style=\"color:#3d2c5e;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eDried Aronia Berries\u003c\/a\u003e for snacking and baking, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/organic-aronia-juice-3-litre\" style=\"color:#3d2c5e;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eAronia Juice (3L)\u003c\/a\u003e — bold, dry and deep purple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:20px;font-weight:500;color:#1d1d1d;margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 28px 0;font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.elderdry-faq details{border-bottom:1px solid rgba(29,29,29,0.1)}\n.elderdry-faq details:last-child{border-bottom:none}\n.elderdry-faq summary{font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:15px;font-weight:500;color:#1d1d1d;padding:14px 0;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center}\n.elderdry-faq summary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}\n.elderdry-faq summary::after{content:'+';font-size:20px;font-weight:300;color:#3d2c5e;transition:transform 0.2s;flex-shrink:0;margin-left:12px}\n.elderdry-faq details[open] summary::after{content:'\\2212'}\n.elderdry-faq details p{font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:rgba(29,29,29,0.8);line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px 0;padding:0 0 14px 0}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elderdry-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I eat dried elderberries raw?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — dried elderberries should always be cooked before consumption. Raw elderberries contain compounds that can cause nausea. Cooking (simmering for at least 15–20 minutes) breaks these down and makes them safe to eat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do I make elderberry syrup?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimmer about 1 cup of dried elderberries in 3 cups of water with cinnamon, cloves, and fresh ginger for 45–60 minutes. Strain, let cool slightly, then stir in honey to taste. Store in the fridge for up to 3 months. One pouch makes multiple batches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat species of elderberry is this?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are 100% Sambucus nigra — the European elderberry species traditionally used in cooking. We do not use Sambucus canadensis or any other species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow should I store dried elderberries?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in the resealable pouch in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Properly stored, they keep for up to 12 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhere can I buy dried elderberries in Canada?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe ship our organic dried elderberries across Canada with free shipping on orders of $50 CAD or more. The resealable 1 lb pouch is a generous family-size supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"J\u0026J Aronia","offers":[{"title":"1 lb (Pack of 1)","offer_id":46114724217039,"sku":"23017","price":35.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb (Pack of 6)","offer_id":46114724249807,"sku":"23021","price":175.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/6350\/8431\/files\/Dried-elderberries_1.jpg?v=1789006509","url":"https:\/\/ireniclifestyle.ca\/products\/organic-elderberries-dried-1-lb-454-g","provider":"Irenic Lifestyle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}