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Elderflower & Lemon Cordial

Prep Time20 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Drinks
Servings: 2 Litres

Ingredients

  • 500 g granulated sugar
  • 750 ml water
  • 90 ml lemon juice
  • zest of 1 large unwaxed lemon
  • 15  elderflower heads stalks removed & check for any bugs, rinse if necessary
  • 1 tsp citric acid optional, but it will keep for longer

Instructions

  • Pour the water into a large saucepan and bring to the boil. Remove from the heat. Now add the elderflower heads and the zest of the lemons. Leave for 4-5 hours to steep.
  • Strain the liquid through a muslin and pour into a saucepan. Add the sugar, lemon juice and citric acid if using.
  • Have several sterilised bottles ready, heat the liquid until the sugar dissolves. Gently bring to a simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  • Carefully pour the cordial into the bottles and seal immediately