Elderberry Wine
Elderberry wine is a rich, deep-purple fruit wine made from the fermented berries of the elderberry plant, known for its bold, tart-sweet flavor profile. The primary ingredients are elderberries, sugar, water, and wine yeast, and it is a traditional homemade beverage with roots in European and North American foraging cultures.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This wine is primarily a source of carbohydrates from natural fruit sugars and added sugars, with negligible protein or fat. It is notably rich in antioxidants, particularly anthocyanins, and provides a moderate calorie count per serving, typically around 120-150 kcal.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 135 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 16 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin A | 200 IU |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Antioxidants (Anthocyanins) | High |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, elderberry wine has a long history in folk medicine and is often associated with immune support, though this is a nutritional, not medical, claim. Its unique, vibrant color comes from the same powerful antioxidants that make elderberries a popular superfood.
