This elderberry pear kombucha mocktail is a fun way to use elderberry syrup and support your immune system!

Cold and flu season always has people trying to boost their immune systems. Though technically speaking, you can't really 'boost' your immune system. You can support it, though! How? By nourishing yourself with a balanced diet that includes plenty of fruit, veggies and protein, hydrating with lots of fluids, and keeping your gut healthy with probiotic-rich foods.

I know many people turn to elderberry syrup to help prevent and treat colds and the flu as well. There actually is a little bit of evidence to back it's use, too. This mocktail combines elderberry syrup with probiotic-rich kombucha for a fun, tasty mocktail that comes with a side of benefits!

Why Mocktails?

It's becoming more common for people to turn to nonalcoholic beverages that are still fun and tasty. Plus, if you're fighting a cold, you probably don't want to drink alcohol anyway. Mocktails are great for staying hydrated while also enjoying a delicious drink!

How To Make An Elderberry Pear Kombucha Mocktail

How to make pear pure for the elderberry pear kombucha mocktail.

Make the pear puree by combining diced pear, honey, lemon juice, and water in a small saucepan. Gently simmer until the pear is softened, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool, then puree in a blender or food processor.
Make the mocktails. In the bottom of each of two glasses, add elderberry syrup and pear puree. Stir to combine.
Top each with kombucha. Stir and garnish with thyme (optional).

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Elderberry Pear Kombucha Mocktail

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This elderberry pear kombucha mocktail is a fun way to use elderberry syrup and support your immune system!

Author: Kaleigh
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 2 drinks 1x
Category: mocktail
Method: stovetop
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

For Pear Puree:

1 medium pear, peeled and diced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp honey
2 tbsp water

For Mocktails:

2 oz pear puree
2 tsp elderberry syrup
12 oz ginger kombucha
thyme, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Make the pear puree. In a small saucepan, heat diced pear, lemon juice, honey, and water over low heat. Gently simmer until pear is softened, about 10 minutes. Add more water if necessary to prevent pear from sticking. Remove from heat and let cool for at least 20 minutes. Puree in a blender until smooth.
Add 1 teaspoon elderberry syrup and 1 oz pear puree to the bottom of each glass. Stir to combine.
Top with kombucha. Stir and garnish with thyme (optional).