Homemade Elderflower Syrup (Elderflower Cordial)

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This Homemade Elderflower Syrup is one of those old-fashioned pantry staples I make every year.

We use it to flavor summer lemonades, mix into bubbly drinks for grown-up gatherings, or even pour over pancakes and vanilla ice cream.

ingredients:

– elderflower heads – water – lemons – granulated sugar

STEP 1

Pick elderflowers on a dry, sunny day when the blooms are fully open and fragrant. Don’t rinse them—just give them a gentle shake to remove any insects.

Place the elderflowers and sliced lemons in a large bowl or pot. Pour the cold water over them. Cover with a clean cloth and leave to steep in a cool place for 24 hours.

STEP 2

STEP 3

The next day, pour the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to strain it.

STEP 4

Press the flowers and lemons well to get out as much flavor as possible.

STEP 5

Stir in the sugar and citric acid. Warm the liquid gently—just enough to fully dissolve the sugar. Don’t let it boil.

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