What is the difference between elderflower cordial and syrup?

The terms elderflower syrup and elderflower cordial are used interchangeably: they both mean a concentrated elderflower extract. This extract can be used in drinks, liqueurs, creams, and any other number of food items as an additional flavor profile and sweetener.

How long does elderflower cordial keep without citric acid?

around 6 weeks
The cordial without citric acid will be ok in the fridge for around 6 weeks. If you’re not going to drink the cordial within that time I highly recommend freezing it. I suggest pouring it into ice cube trays and then when they have frozen transferring them into a bag to store in the freezer.

How long does home made elderflower cordial last?

Elderflower cordial is fun to make if you have easy access to elderflower trees and the flowers which arrive in the early summer. The cordial will keep for 2-3 months in the fridge.

Is drinking elderflower cordial good for you?

Elderflower health benefits include supporting healthy respiratory systems, in particular helping reduce runny noses (catarrh) and has also been used to support healthy fever management. Traditionally herbalists recommend taking elderflowers daily in the allergy season to reduce symptoms.

Can I use syrup instead of cordial?

Turns out that that is not the case with elderflower cordial. This one is pretty much the same thing as the syrup, which is sweetened extract, so the two products or terms can be used interchangeably.

Why has my elderflower cordial gone fizzy?

There is enough yeast in the flowers of the elderflower to cause it to ferment, go fizzy and become (very slightly) alcoholic. The solution is to freeze your cordial in small batches, and defrost as and when you need it.

Why do you need citric acid in cordial?

Citric acid is a preservative and is naturally found in lemons and other citrus fruits. It brings a lot of tang! to the cordial and has a role in extracting the flavour from the elderflowers. It’s also what helps the cordial to preserve for so long.

Can I freeze homemade elderflower cordial?

Freeze your cordial as soon as you make it if you want to keep it for more than a few weeks. Pour the cordial into your clean plastic bottles, leaving a little space at the top before screwing the caps on. This allows for expansion in freezing.

Why has my elderflower cordial gone brown?

The flowers might turn brown once they get in touch with the warm water, but this won’t affect the flavor of the cordial. Leave to cool to room temperature, then cover tightly with plastic wrap. Leave to steep for 24 hours.

Does elderflower make you poop?

Drinking a tea containing elderflower, senna flower, fennel fruit, and green anise fruit seems to improve symptoms and increase the chance of having a bowel movement in people who are constipated.