Ingredients
- 2.4kg caster sugar
- 3l water
- 85g citric acid
- 3 organic lemons
- 40 elderflower heads
Steps
- Put the sugar in a bucket or basin with the boiling water and stir to dissolve. Add the citric acid or lemon juice and the lemon zest.
- Shake the elderflowers to remove any insects and add the flowers to the sugar syrup. Make sure to remove any green stem.
- Cover and leave to stand for 1-2 days, stirring morning and night.
- Strain the elderflower cordial through muslin and decant into sterilised bottles. It’s now ready to use.
Tips
- Make sure to only use the flowers, as the stems can give an unpleasant taste.
- To sterilise bottles, fill them with boiling water before drying them off, or leave them 30 mins in a 100°C oven
