Cover fully ripe elderberries or sumac with water. Pound and stir for 10 minutes; strain to make an extraction.

2 c. elderberry or sumac extract
1 pkg. Sure Jell
5 c. sugar

Bring juice, extract, and Sure Jell to a boil. Add sugar and hard boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat and skim. Pour into jars and seal immediately.