Elderflower cordial
Recipe for elderflower cordialClassic elderflower syrup that tastes like sunshine and summer. A delicious and easy elderflower drink, also known as Blost, that you can make yourself at the beginning of summer when the elderflowers are in bloom.
Ingredients
- 50 elderflower heads large
- 2 lemons organic
- 1.5 liters water
- 1 kg sugar
- 40 g citric acid
Instructions
- Quickly rinse the elderflowers or shake them well to remove any small insects. Trim off the thick stems and place the flowers in a large pot or plastic container.50 elderflower heads
- Slice the lemons and add them to the pot.2 lemons
- Bring the water to a boil, then add the sugar and citric acid, stirring until dissolved. Pour the boiling water over the elderflowers and lemons.1.5 liters water, 1 kg sugar, 40 g citric acid
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then place it in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Stir once a day.
- After 4 days, strain the flowers and lemons, so you're left with pure cordial. If you want the cordial to be completely clear, strain it through a cloth.
- Pour the cordial into sterilized bottles that have been rinsed with vodka, or freeze it if you're not planning to consume it immediately.
Nutrition
Serving: 1literCalories: 2016kcalCarbohydrates: 508gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.04gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 45mgPotassium: 159mgFiber: 3gSugar: 502gVitamin A: 24IUVitamin C: 57mgCalcium: 56mgIron: 1mg
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