Elder
What is Elder?
Elder, or elderflower, is derived from the flowers of the elder tree (Sambucus nigra). The flowers are typically harvested in late spring and early summer and can be used fresh or dried. They have a delicate, sweet, and floral aroma and flavour.
Is Elder vegan?
Elder is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Elder gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Elder a major allergen?
Elderflower is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Elder used for?
Elderflower is primarily used as a flavouring agent in the food and beverage industry.
Is Elder safe?
Elderflower is not typically considered a food additive and does not have an E-number.
Why it's used
Elderflower is primarily used as a flavouring agent in the food and beverage industry. It imparts a distinctive floral note to a variety of products, including cordials, liqueurs, desserts, and confectionery. It is also sometimes used in baked goods and as a flavouring for sugar-free products.
Health notes
Elderflower is not typically considered a food additive and does not have an E-number. Its use in food is generally for flavouring purposes. While traditionally used in herbal remedies, there is limited scientific evidence from major regulatory bodies regarding specific health effects at typical consumption levels in food.
Allergen info
Elderflower is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. It does not contain gluten.
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