Elderflower Cordial
Elderflower Cordial is a fragrant summer syrup made with fresh elderflowers, lemons, sugar and citric acid. The Thermomix TM7 heats the sugar syrup at a controlled temperature so the delicate floral notes are fully extracted without burning. Dilute with sparkling mineral water for a refreshing homemade drink, perfect for garden parties or as a non-alcoholic aperitif.
About this recipe
Elderflower Cordial Thermomix TM7 is the classic homemade summer syrup that turns freshly picked elderflower blossoms into a fragrant drink base you can enjoy all year. Searching for elderflower cordial recipes often leads to complicated stovetop methods, but this all-in-one kitchen machine takes care of the syrup with controlled heat, dissolving the granulated sugar evenly while the citrus and citric acid draw out every drop of floral flavour. The lemons lend brightness, the citric acid preserves that just-picked taste, and a splash of sparkling mineral water transforms a spoonful into a refreshing summer cooler. This is the ideal make-ahead drink for barbecues, garden parties and children's celebrations, and it also drizzles beautifully over desserts or cocktails. If you have an elder tree nearby, this quick seasonal recipe is the perfect excuse to gather a basket of blossoms and bottle the taste of early summer in your Thermomix TM7.
Preparation tips
- Pick elderflowers on a dry, sunny morning when the blossoms are fully open and most fragrant. Shake them gently to remove insects, but do not wash them, as water rinses away the precious pollen that gives the cordial its signature floral aroma.
- Let the elderflowers, lemon slices and syrup steep together in the mixing bowl until completely cool before straining. A longer infusion draws out more depth of flavour, so patience at this stage rewards you with a noticeably more perfumed cordial.
- Pour the finished cordial into sterilised glass bottles and store in the fridge. Dilute with sparkling mineral water and ice for a summer cooler, or add a splash to prosecco, gin or a fruit salad for an elegant floral twist.
Recipe variations
- Alcohol-free spritz version: mix the cordial with sparkling mineral water, fresh mint and sliced strawberries for a festive children's party drink that captures the floral elderflower character without any alcohol.
- Seasonal twist: replace half of the elderflowers with fresh lemon verbena or a few sprigs of lavender for a Provençal variation. Steep as normal and serve diluted with chilled sparkling water and a lemon wheel.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- The integrated scale weighs the granulated sugar and citric acid directly in the bowl, giving you exact proportions for a perfectly balanced cordial every time. [Precision Control]
- Controlled heating dissolves the sugar syrup evenly without scorching, preserving the delicate elderflower aroma throughout the infusion. [Precision Control]
- The TM7 grinds any coarse sugar crystals into a finer texture before heating, so the syrup turns silky and clear rather than grainy. [Multi-Function]
- Mixing the lemon slices through the hot syrup distributes the citrus oils evenly, extracting bright flavour from every piece of fruit hands-free. [Hands-Free]
- Precise temperature control keeps the infusion at an ideal gentle warmth, protecting the floral notes from the burnt taste of stovetop methods. [Precision Control]
Ingredients
- citric acid
- granulated sugar
- water
- lemons
- elderflowers
- sparkling mineral water