Elderberry

Our customers use elderberry because of its strong association with immune health, high antioxidant content, and functional versatility. Elderberries are rich in compounds like anthocyanins and vitamin C, which allows manufacturers to market products with wellness and immunity-support claims. They have a naturally tart flavor that works well in syrups, juices, supplements, and functional beverages. Elderberry is commonly processed into extracts, concentrates, and powders, which improve shelf life and enable consistent dosing in large-scale production. Additionally, its deep purple color enhances visual appeal and can serve as a natural coloring agent, making it valuable for both health-focused and premium food and beverage products.

Elderberry can be supplied as organic upon request

Available From

Our Elderberry is sourced from the earth's prime growing regions.

Available As

We supply Elderberry in many different formats. Contact us to learn more.

Harvest Seasons

Elderberry grows in the Southern hemisphere from January to March, and in the Northern hemisphere from July to September.

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About Elderberry

Nature’s Antiviral Powerhouse

Elderberries are small, dark purple to black berries that grow in clusters on shrubs of the Sambucus genus, commonly found in Europe and North America. The berries are typically harvested in late summer to early fall and have a naturally tart taste when raw. They grow on flowering plants that produce large, white blossoms before fruiting. Elderberries must be cooked before consumption, as raw berries and other parts of the plant can be toxic. They have been used for centuries in traditional practices and are often found growing wild as well as being cultivated.

The Brothers International

Quality Promise

Brothers International and its 4 divisions, Brothers Ingredients, Dennick Fruit Source, Hosh International and Food Partners, are trusted global importers of premium Elderberry ingredients to major food and beverage manufacturers in North America. We deliver consistent quality and supply across every format the industry demands. Our Elderberry is sourced from the earth's prime growing regions where farming expertise, climate and soil composition come together to produce Elderberry of exceptional caliber. All of our suppliers undergo a rigorous vetting process to ensure we work with only the highest-quality processors and can fully guarantee traceability, sustainability, and compliance with all international regulations.

Each of our divisions has a specialized operations team to manage shipments and coordinate with customers and suppliers. They work closely with our in-house customs team to ensure efficient clearance, and collaborate with the USDA and FDA to maintain full regulatory compliance. This ensures your Elderberry ingredients move seamlessly through every stage of import, arriving on time and ready for production with complete confidence. With decades of sourcing expertise and a strong commitment to customer success, you can count on Brothers International to deliver the premium Elderberry ingredients your products require.

Certifications

As a leader in sourcing organic ingredients, we work closely with our suppliers to ensure full traceability, sustainability and to ensure they comply with all international regulations for chemical residues and pesticides. We are Organic Certified and all our organic products are NOP certified and Kosher certified.

Brothers International Food Holdings is a proud member of the CUSTOMS – TRADE PARTNERSHIP AGAINST TERRORISM (C-TPAT) program. C-TPAT is a voluntary U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program that partners with businesses to strengthen supply chain security and reduce risks, including terrorism. For more information, visit www.cbp.gov

All our products are Kosher and GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) Certified. We can supply all of our products with Organic Certification and, if required, unpasteurized purées and juices.

We have joined the global movement to protect the environment and improve lives for farmers and workers around the world. We help farmers in developing countries builds sustainable businesses that positively influence their communities. Brothers International can assist you in sourcing Fair Trade Certified™ and Demeter (Bio-dynamic)™ ingredients.