Elderflower Saft

Elderflower Cordial

• 40 Elderflower clusters
• 3 lemons., sliced
• 4 pounds superfine sugar
• 2 1/2 ounces citric acid
• 8 cups water

Elderflower saft

• 2 tablespoons cordial
• 6 ounces mineral water
• 3-4 cucumber slices
• 1 sprig mint

1. Combine the elderflowers, lemons and citric acid in a very large heat proof bowl that can accommodate all of the water and sugar. In a large saucepan boil the water and sugar together, stirring until all the sugar has dissolved. Pour the syrup over the elderflowers and lemons and cover with a clean cloth. Let rest for 3-5 days.
2. Strain the mixture and discard all elderflowers and lemons. Pour cordial into sterilized bottles and store in a cool dark spot. The cordial can be used immediately.
3. To make saft, add 2 tbsp cordial to 6 ounces of sparkling water, or to taste. Garnish with cucumbers and mint leaves. Variations might include raspberries, strawberries or even a little rhubarb syrup.