StrengthElixirEasyVeganVegetarianGluten Free
Elderberry Reishi Ginger Tonic With Citrus And Shiitake Infusion
A concentrated sip to steady the inner defenses
5 prep20 cookServes 460 kcal per serving
The Story
This elixir is slow brewed like a medicine and brightened with citrus. Reishi and shiitake deliver earth rooted calm while elderberry offers lively antioxidant energy. Ginger and turmeric warm the throat and the spirit.
Concentrated liquids are a profound way to deliver high value botanicals. Gentle simmering draws out soluble compounds from both mushroom and berry making each sip purposeful and uplifting.
Ingredients
- Dried Reishi Slices1 teaspoon powdered if available
- Dried Shiitake1 quarter cup
- Fresh Ginger2 tablespoons sliced
- Ground Turmeric1 teaspoon
- Elderberry Syrup3 tablespoons
- Fresh Lemon Juice Half Cup
- Filtered Water6 cups
- Kiwi Optional Half Sliced For Garnish
Method
- 1Bring water to a low simmer and add dried shiitake reishi and sliced ginger. Keep at a gentle simmer for fifteen to twenty minutes to make a concentrated infusion.
- 2Strain the hot infusion into a clean pot and whisk in turmeric while warm so it disperses evenly.
- 3Remove from heat then stir in elderberry syrup and fresh lemon juice. Taste and adjust with more lemon for brightness or elderberry for sweetness.
- 4Cool slightly and serve warm in small cups or bottle and chill for an easily sipped tonic. Garnish with a slice of kiwi if desired.
Nutrition
Per serving
1g
Protein
14g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Calories60
Fibre1g
Sugars10g
Vitamins
Vitamin C30 mg
Vitamin A50 IU
Minerals
Potassium220 mg
Manganese0.4 mg
Utensils
Small StockpotFine SieveMeasuring SpoonsHeatproof Pitcher