Do our elderberry lollipops contain real pieces inside them?

We get this question a lot, and honestly, I'm glad people are asking. You see so much stuff out there labeled "with real fruit," and then you look at the ingredients and it’s just some kind of weird syrup or flavoring. It makes you wonder what's actually real anymore.

So, to answer it straight up: yes. Our lollipops have real, actual pieces of elderberry in them. 🍇 We don't do extracts or powders. We just crush up the organic berries and mix them right in. It's simple because, well, I feel like it should be.

At  MommaBear Organics, the whole idea is to keep things as close to nature as possible. That’s why we take crushed organic elderberries and put them directly into our organic lollies.

The Mighty Elderberry

Okay, so let's talk about the elderberry itself for a sec. Before I started all this, I didn’t know a whole lot about them either. I just had this memory of my grandma swearing by elderberry syrup whenever we got sick. Turns out, she was really onto something.

I started reading up on them and found out they're just packed with good stuff—vitamins, antioxidants, all of it. People have been using them for literally centuries to help with colds and flu. It's pretty amazing when you think about it, all that power in one tiny berry.

Elderberry for Kids

And this is the big one for me: they're great for kids. 👧👦 You know how it is, trying to get your little ones to take anything that's even remotely healthy can be... a battle. Their immune systems are constantly being put to the test, especially once they start school.

So, the idea of putting elderberry into a lollipop just felt like a total no-brainer. They think they're getting a treat, and I know they're getting something that's actually good for them. It’s my little parenting secret, I guess. 🤫

Our Process

Our process is, well, it’s not really a complicated process. We just grind up the elderberries. That’s pretty much it. 🍭

I wanted to make sure all the goodness of the whole berry actually makes it into the lollipop. I've seen some companies use different methods, and I'm sure they're fine, but I just feel better knowing the real thing is in there. What you see is what you get, you know? No tricks, just simple, pure goodness.

Authentic Ingredients

This whole thing is so personal to me. I started this for my own family, so I’m a little obsessed with the ingredients. It has to be organic. It just has to. And making them in small batches right here in the USA is the only way I feel like I can really keep an eye on everything and make sure it’s done right. 💖

I guess what I'm trying to say is, I wouldn't give your family anything I wouldn't give to my own. That's the bottom line for me. 👨👩👧👦💕

Joining the Healthy Candy Revolution!

It's funny, isn't it? The words "healthy" and "candy" don't usually show up in the same sentence. I used to think that way, too. But why can't a treat also be good for you? It just feels like we've all sort of accepted that candy has to be junk food.

I don't know, maybe I'm just stubborn, but I really believe we can do better. 🍭💪 Using real elderberries—a plant that people have trusted for so long—and putting that into a simple candy... it just feels right. Like we’re bringing back an old tradition in a new, delightful way. ❤️🍇

Elderberry Candy Redefined

So yeah, it's not just about making another piece of candy. It's about thinking differently about what a candy can even be. Can it be something that makes you feel good, inside and out? I really think it can.

A Treat for All Ages

So, back to that first question: are there real pieces of elderberry in our lollipops? Yes, a resounding YES! 🎉 For me, it’s kind of the whole point.

From my kids to my own parents, everyone seems to love them, and that just makes me so happy. It's more than just a lollipop; it's a little piece of wellness, a little bit of comfort that everyone can enjoy. It's a treat that brings families together while also promoting a bit of health.

Sometimes I wonder if people can actually taste the care that goes into it. I really hope so. It’s a small thing, a lollipop, but making it the right way feels important somehow.

Shop online for our organic lollipops today! 🍭💕 Visit us at MommaBear Organics and feel free to reach out.