Grandma's different elderflower syrup recipe

Name: Grandma's different elderflower syrup recipe - Elvira H.
Ingredients: Elderflower cordial grandmas recipe 5 liters of water 500g sugar 5; 6 elderflower blossoms 2 oranges 1/2 lemon 3 tablespoons vinegar

Beverages - Grandma's different elderflower syrup recipe by Elvira H. - Recipia

Elderflower soda with oranges, according to grandma's recipe The idea for this elderflower soda came one day when I was preparing the usual version and found two oranges in the fridge, next to a lemon. I used one for juice, and I cut the other one with the peel and put it in the jar. After two days, the drink had the familiar taste of elderflower soda, but with a subtle orange aroma. It is prepared simply, in a 5-liter jar, and just needs to be stirred occasionally while it sits in a warm place. Quick info Total time: approximately 48 hours, not including cooling time Preparation time: not specified in the original recipe Cooking time: not applicable Quantity: 5 liters of elderflower soda, approximately 20 servings of 250 ml each Difficulty: easy Recipe type: homemade drink, naturally fermented for a short time Ingredients 5 liters of water 500 g sugar 5-6 elderflower blossoms 2 oranges 1/2 lemon 3 tablespoons of vinegar Preparation method 1. Put the sugar in a small amount of warm water and stir until it dissolves. There is no need to heat all the water. It is important that the sugar does not remain at the bottom of the jar. 2. Pour the sugar water into a 5-liter jar. Fill with cold water until the jar is about three-quarters full. 3. Squeeze the half lemon and add the juice to the jar. 4. Squeeze one of the oranges and pour the juice over the sweetened water flavored with lemon. 5. Cut the other orange into cubes, keeping the peel on. Put the pieces in the jar. The peel contributes to the aroma of the drink, which is why the orange is used whole. 6. Add the unwashed elderflower blossoms. In this recipe, they are not washed to preserve the pollen on the flowers. 7. Pour in the three tablespoons of vinegar and top up with water until you reach 5 liters. 8. Mix the contents of the jar well so that the sugar, juices, and vinegar are distributed throughout the water. 9. Cover the jar with a saucer or plastic wrap. It is not advisable to leave it uncovered. 10. Keep the jar in a warm place for 48 hours. Occasionally, stir the elderflower soda directly in the jar. 11. After two days, strain the drink to remove the flowers, pieces of orange, and any debris. 12. Pour the elderflower soda into bottles and refrigerate. It is served cold, after being placed in the fridge. Why I make the recipe often I love this recipe because it uses a simple base, and the orange subtly changes the flavor without overpowering the aroma of the elderflower. It is a practical option when you have oranges on hand and want to prepare a larger quantity of drink for home. The quantity of 5 liters is suitable for several glasses, and the preparation does not involve boiling or complicated steps. After the ingredients are placed in the jar, the elderflower soda only needs the 48 hours in a warm place and a few stirrings. In the end, it is strained and kept cold. Tips Use a jar that has a capacity of 5 liters, as the drink is prepared directly in it. It is easier to mix the ingredients and top up with water to the final volume. Sugar dissolves more easily in a small amount of warm water than if added directly to cold water. There is no exact amount of warm water specified in the recipe; just enough to dissolve the sugar is sufficient. The elderflower blossoms are added unwashed, as specified in the recipe, to preserve the pollen. For this reason, it is important that they are picked from a clean and suitable location for such preparations. The cut orange is added with the peel on. The other orange is squeezed so that the drink receives both juice and the aroma of the peel. During the 48 hours, stir the contents of the jar occasionally. After this time, strain the elderflower soda and move it to the cold. Substitutions The original recipe does not include substitutions for the main ingredients. For the described taste, elderflower blossoms, oranges, half a lemon, sugar, and vinegar are necessary. No different amount for vinegar or sugar is indicated, so if you want to maintain the taste of the recipe, use the three tablespoons of vinegar and the 500 g of sugar mentioned. Variations The presented version is different from classic elderflower soda by using two oranges. One is squeezed, while the other is cut into cubes with the peel on. This is the main variation of the recipe and does not change the fermentation method or the time kept warm. If you prepare the recipe exactly, keep the total amount of water at 5 liters and respect the 48-hour time. No other fruits or flavors are indicated in the original composition. Serving ideas The elderflower soda is placed in the cold after straining and served cold, plain. It is suitable as a homemade drink on warm days or alongside a light meal. Since the recipe is already prepared in a quantity of 5 liters, it can be poured directly from the bottle into glasses after being cooled. Frequently asked questions Are the elderflower blossoms washed before use? No. In this recipe, the elderflower blossoms are added unwashed to avoid losing the pollen on them. After the 48 hours, the drink is strained. Why is one orange used with the peel on? The orange cut with the peel contributes to the aroma of the drink. The other orange is squeezed so that the elderflower soda receives fresh juice, not just the aroma of the peel. How long should the elderflower soda stay warm? The jar is kept in a warm place for 48 hours. During this time, the contents are stirred occasionally. When is the elderflower soda put into bottles? After the two days, the drink is strained, then put into bottles and moved to the cold. Can the jar be left uncovered? No. After the ingredients have been added and mixed, the jar is covered with a saucer or plastic wrap. Nutritional values The values are estimated and are primarily based on the 500 g of sugar divided by 5 liters of drink. The exact amount may vary depending on how much juice is obtained from the oranges and lemon and how much sugar remains in the liquid after preparation. For approximately 250 ml of elderflower soda: Calories: approximately 100-110 kcal Carbohydrates: approximately 25-27 g Sugars: approximately 25-27 g Proteins: negligible Fats: negligible An amount of 5 liters means approximately 20 servings of 250 ml. The elderflower soda contains added sugar as the main ingredient for caloric intake. The juice from the orange and lemon contributes a smaller amount of carbohydrates, but there is not enough data in the original recipe for an exact calculation. Storage and reheating After straining, the elderflower soda is placed in bottles and kept cold. The recipe does not indicate an exact shelf life, so it is better to consume it while fresh and keep it refrigerated. Elderflower soda is not reheated. It is served cold, directly from the fridge. The heating stage only occurs at the beginning when a small amount of warm water is used to dissolve the sugar.

Grandma's different elderflower syrup recipe

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