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As we step into May the plant world around us is bursting into life, the hedgerows are full of Hawthorn blossoms, and this means the seasons Elder flower blossom isn’t far behind. This is one of my favourite times of year, and elderflowers gentle healing and energy is one of my favourites to work with, and is always highly anticipated … In this post I've included tips on elderflower foraging, its properties for health and healing AND a simple recipe for making elderflower cordial.

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This week I felt it would be wrong not to share the recipe for my low-sugar, totally delicious elderflower cordial with you as it's the perfect time to get out and forage! I get so many questions every year about how I make it. So I thought I would share exactly what I do with you all. I have been

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Elderflower cordial is a wonderful base for all sorts of culinary treats......lemonade, sorbet, mousses, jelly, desserts, beverages, salad dressings, glazes etc. It is very easy to make, although you need to plan ahead as the flowers need to be steeped in the sugar mixture for four days.

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Kate on Instagram: "Elderflower cordial 🌼
 
Makes 1 litre 

18 Elderflower heads 
1 1/2 lemons 
600g granulated sugar
30g citric acid

Add elderflower heads to a bowl and add sliced lemon
Bring the sugar and water to the boil
Pour hot sugar water over the elderflowers and add citric acid and stir thoroughly
Cover and rest for 24-48 hours 

Strain through muslin cloth/cheese cloth/clean cotton cloth

Add to bottle and enjoy!

The cordial will keep for 2-3 weeks in a cool dark place

Tip with elderflowers: forage sensibly and leave lots for the pollinators!

To remove insects from the flowers, shake gently into a bowl/sink

Recipe adapted from: the hedgerow cookbook ~ Caro Wilson and Ginny Knox

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Kate on Instagram: "Elderflower cordial 🌼 Makes 1 litre 18 Elderflower heads 1 1/2 lemons 600g granulated sugar 30g citric acid Add elderflower heads to a bowl and add sliced lemon Bring the sugar and water to the boil Pour hot sugar water over the elderflowers and add citric acid and stir thoroughly Cover and rest for 24-48 hours Strain through muslin cloth/cheese cloth/clean cotton cloth Add to bottle and enjoy! The cordial will keep for 2-3 weeks in a cool dark place Tip with…

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