As a traditional and refreshing summer drink, there's nothing better than homemade elderflower cordial – and the good news is, it's really easy to make.
The Flower Council of Holland has partnered with Swedish food stylist Steffi Knowles-Dellner to create a unique feasting menu of food dishes and cocktails inspired by traditional Swedish plants and flowers that can be recreated at home.
Follow the recipe below to make two bottles.
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Yields:
2
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Ingredients
1kg granulated sugar
2 lemons, juice and zest
15-20 elderflower heads, stalks removed
Directions
Step 1Place the sugar in a large pan and fill with 1L water. Bring to a gentle simmer over a low heat, stirring to completely dissolve all the sugar. Remove from the heat.
Step 2Stir in the lemon juice, zest and elderflowers and allow to cool. Leave to stand for 2-3 days, stirring whenever you pass by.
Step 3Strain and decant into sterilised bottles (£4.95 via Amazon). The cordial will keep in a cool dark place for up to a year.
Serving suggestions: Mix with sparkling water or champagne or Prosecco.
*Never tuck in to just any old (cut) flower or plant; only use edible flowers from specialist suppliers that have been grown for human consumption.
