Refreshing Danish Elderflower Cordial

Name: Refreshing Danish Elderflower Cordial
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 10
Cuisine: Beverage
Ingredients: 25 elderflower heads; 1 liter (4 cups) water; 1 kg (5 cups) granulated sugar; 2 lemons; 2 tablespoons citric acid; A handful of fresh mint leaves

A Sweet and Floral Infusion

This Danish elderflower cordial is the perfect refreshing beverage, combining the delicate flavors of elderflowers with zesty lemon and cool mint for a delightful drink.

1 h 15 min (plus 24 hours of steeping)
10
Easy

Ingredients

For the Cordial Base

25 elderflower heads

thoroughly washed

1 liter (4 cups) water

1 kg (5 cups) granulated sugar

2 lemons

zested and sliced

For the Flavor Additions

2 tablespoons citric acid

A handful of fresh mint leaves

roughly chopped

Preparation

Preparing the Elderflowers and Lemons

Trim Stems

Trim the stems from the elderflower heads.

Ensure all elderflower heads are free from insects before use.

Combine Ingredients

Combine the elderflowers, lemon zest, and slices in a large heat-resistant bowl.

Roll the lemons on the counter before zesting to release more juice and oils.

Add Mint

Add the fresh mint leaves to the bowl for an extra refreshing kick.

Preparing the Cordial Base

Boil Water

In a saucepan, bring water to a boil.

Use medium heat when creating the syrup.

Dissolve Sugar

Add the sugar, stirring until fully dissolved, then remove from heat.

Add Citric Acid

Stir in the citric acid into the sugar syrup until completely mixed.

Cooking Process

Steeping Process

Pour the hot syrup over the elderflower mixture, ensuring everything is submerged.

Steeping Process: 5 min

Cooling Phase

Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature before placing it in the refrigerator.

Cooling Phase: 1 h

Infusion

Let the mixture steep in the fridge for 24 to 48 hours to achieve the desired flavor strength.

Infusion Storage: Refrigeration

Plating & Serving