Honey Elderflower Cordial

Two small glass bottles of elderflower cordial lying in several elderflower heads.

Sweet, seasonal elderflower cordial made with honey instead of sugar. This is very simple to make, simply mixing, stirring, and letting it steep for a few days before storing.

Course Drinks, Preserves, Spring

Cuisine European, German

Diet Vegetarian

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Steeping Time 2

Total Time 2 15

Servings

Calories 56kcal

Author Alexandra Daum

Ingredients

15 heads elderflower about a cup of blossoms
2 unwaxed organic lemons sliced
500 ml (2 cups) honey
750 ml (3 cups) water

Metric - Cups

Instructions

Remove the blossoms from the elderflower heads, discarding as much stem as possible, and place them into a large bowl. Add the lemons and honey.
15 heads elderflower, 2 unwaxed organic lemons, 500 ml (2 cups) honey
Heat the water in a saucepan or kettle until just simmering, but not boiling. Pour the hot water over the elderflower mixture and use a wooden spoon to stir until the honey dissolves fully.
750 ml (3 cups) water
Place a finely woven cloth or tea towel over the bowl and set in a cool, dark place. Let it steep for 2-3 days, checking after the second day. If you'd like it to be stronger, leave until day three.
Once the cordial is finished steeping, strain it through a fine-meshed sieve and pour into sterilized jars or bottles. Keep in the refrigerator for up to a month, or freeze for longer storage.

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