Flowering Currant Cordial
Chef Tripti
A subtle, sweet cordial made from the flowers of flowering currant. A taste of summer!
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
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600 ml bottle or jam jar
- 80 Flowering currant flower heads
- 300 gms Castor sugar
- 300 ml Water
Wash the bottle in hot soapy water and place it in the oven at 100ÂșC to sterilise for at least 30 minutes.
In a pan over medium heat mix the sugar and water until all the sugar is dissolved.
Check flowers for any bugs and leaves and remove them.
Add the flowers to the sugar syrup and simmer for about 15 minutes until it is syrupy.
Pass the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve or muslin cloth to separate the liquid and the flowers.
Transfer into a sterilised bottle, seal and refrigerate. If you are using a funnel, make sure to sterilise it as well.
To use, simply mix with cold water or sparkling water and add ice cubes and enjoy.