Elderberry Wellness Tonic
(courtesy of Tamsin Edwards, Chinese and herbal medicine practitioner in South Lake Tahoe. Serves 1)
1 to 2 teaspoon organic elderberry syrup
Juice of ½ lemon
1 teaspoon fresh root ginger, chopped
1 teaspoon honey, to sweeten
8 to 10 ounces hot water
Cayenne pepper, to serve
Add all ingredients to teapot. Brew 5 to 10 minutes. Strain into cup. Sprinkle with cayenne pepper before serving.