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Fresh Elderflower Lemonade

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A refreshing and floral lemonade with elderflower cordial and fresh herbs, perfect for warm weather and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 oz (120 ml) elderflower cordial
  • 4 large fresh lemons, juiced (about 1 cup / 240 ml lemon juice)
  • 4 cups (1 liter) cold water
  • 2–3 tablespoons honey or sugar (optional)
  • A handful of fresh mint leaves
  • 4–5 sprigs fresh thyme
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

  1. Roll each lemon on the counter to loosen the juices, then cut in half and juice until you have about 1 cup (240 ml) of fresh lemon juice. Remove any seeds.
  2. Pour the fresh lemon juice and 4 oz (120 ml) elderflower cordial into your pitcher. Add 4 cups (1 liter) of cold water. Stir gently to mix.
  3. Taste the mixture. If you prefer it sweeter, stir in 2-3 tablespoons of honey or sugar until fully dissolved.
  4. Rinse the mint leaves and thyme sprigs under cold water. Gently bruise the mint leaves with your fingers to release flavor, then add both herbs to the pitcher. Stir once more.
  5. Add plenty of ice cubes or refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Before serving, give it a gentle stir and consider garnishing with a lemon slice and a sprig of mint.

Notes

Add herbs just before chilling or serving to avoid bitterness. Adjust sweetness gradually as elderflower cordial is already sweet. Use fresh lemons for best flavor. Can substitute elderflower cordial with elderflower syrup or steeped elderflower blossoms. For vegan version, replace honey with agave or maple syrup. Can replace half the water with sparkling water for a fizzy version. Store in refrigerator up to 2 days; avoid freezing.

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Keywords: elderflower lemonade, fresh lemonade, herbal lemonade, summer drink, refreshing beverage, mint lemonade, thyme lemonade, elderflower cordial

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