Elderflower Mint Cordial Recipe
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Elderflower and mint are a match made in heaven. Elderflower mint cordial recipe is fragrant, refreshing, and perfect for summer beverages. This versatile cordial can be used to flavor cocktails, mocktails, teas, lemonades, and even desserts.
In this blog post, I’ll guide you through the simple steps to make your own elderflower mint cordial at home, capturing the essence of these delightful herbs.
This recipe is similar to my other plain Elderflower Cordial recipe, moreover its easy to make. Since, I have an abundance of both mint and elderflowers growing in my back yard, I didn’t need to forage them. Elderflower bushes are native to Europe and they grow wild. Although, I have a few bushes and we do not pick all the berries or flowers for our own use. We always leave a good quantity of the berries for the birds to forage too.
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Picking Elder Flowers
Since, the elderflower season is short, we have to pick them quickly about just the time they bloom. Otherwise, they turn to berries. On the other hand, with the berries you can make a jam, compote, or make an immune boosting cold and flu syrup.
The best time to pick the flowers is between late May to June. This also depends on the sub-climate in each zone of Europe.
Tools you may need
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- Big stainless steel sauce pan.
- Sterilized swing top glass bottles
- Muslin Cheese Cloth
How to make Elderflower Mint Cordial Recipe?
Ingredients List
- 1 cup fresh elderflowers (about 10-15 large flower heads)
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 4 cups water
- 4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 lemons, sliced
- 1 tablespoon citric acid (optional, for preserving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Elderflowers and Mint
Gently rinse the elderflower heads to remove any dirt or insects. Shake off the excess water and remove the thick stems.
Rinse the mint leaves thoroughly. - Make the Syrup Base
In a large pot, combine the water and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has completely dissolved.
Once the sugar is dissolved, bring the mixture to a gentle boil and remove from heat. - Infuse with Elderflower and Mint
Add the elderflowers and mint leaves to the hot syrup.
Add the sliced lemons and citric acid (if using) to the mixture.
Stir well to combine, ensuring that the flowers and leaves are submerged in the syrup. - Steep the Mixture
Cover the pot with a lid and let the mixture steep at room temperature for 24-48 hours. The longer you steep, the stronger the flavor of the cordial. - Strain the Syrup
After steeping, strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bowl or jug. Press the solids to extract as much liquid as possible and discard the solids. - Store the Syrup
Pour the strained syrup into sterilized bottles or jars. Seal tightly.
Store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about 1-2 months.
Serving Suggestions
Elderflower Mint Lemonade: Mix the syrup with fresh lemon juice, water, and ice for a refreshing summer drink.
Cocktails: Add a splash of the syrup to gin or vodka with soda water for a delightful elderflower mint cocktail.
Iced Tea: Sweeten your iced tea with a drizzle of elderflower mint syrup for a floral twist.
Desserts: Drizzle over cakes, pancakes, or ice cream for an aromatic enhancement.
Refreshing Elderflower Mint Syrup
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Refreshing Elderflower Mint Cordial Recipe
- Total Time: 48 hours 20 minutes
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Elderflower and mint are a match made in heaven. Elderflower mint cordial recipe is fragrant, refreshing, and perfect for summer beverages. This versatile cordial can be used to flavor cocktails, mocktails, teas, lemonades, and even desserts.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh elderflowers (about 10–15 large flower heads)
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 4 cups water
- 4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 lemons, sliced
- 1 tablespoon citric acid (optional, for preserving)
Notes
- Prepare the Elderflowers and Mint
Gently rinse the elderflower heads to remove any dirt or insects. Shake off the excess water and remove the thick stems.
Rinse the mint leaves thoroughly. - Make the Syrup Base
In a large pot, combine the water and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has completely dissolved.
Once the sugar is dissolved, bring the mixture to a gentle boil and remove from heat. - Infuse with Elderflower and Mint
Add the elderflowers and mint leaves to the hot syrup.
Add the sliced lemons and citric acid (if using) to the mixture.
Stir well to combine, ensuring that the flowers and leaves are submerged in the syrup. - Steep the Mixture
Cover the pot with a lid and let the mixture steep at room temperature for 24-48 hours. The longer you steep, the stronger the flavor of the cordial. - Strain the Syrup
After steeping, strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bowl or jug. Press the solids to extract as much liquid as possible and discard the solids. - Store the Syrup
Pour the strained syrup into sterilized bottles or jars. Seal tightly.
Store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about 1-2 months.
- Prep Time: 48 Hours
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Drinks
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 25
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