Elderflower Liqueur
Make this delicious elderflower liqueur when fresh elderflowers are in season!
Servings 16 servings
Calories 42kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 20-30 fresh elderflowers (dried elderflowers will also work)
- 750 ml bottle vodka
- 3 slices lemon
- 1/4-1/2 cup honey or sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the elderflowers off the stem into a quart sized jar until it is almost full.
- Pour the bottle of vodka over the elderflowers, then top with the slices of lemon to keep the flowers under the vodka.
- Cover the jar with a lid and put it in a cool and dark place for 2-4 weeks.
- Strain out the elderflowers with a fine mesh sieve, then add the optional honey or sugar and stir well or shake to combine.
- It can be consumed right away or aged longer if desired. It will keep indefinitely.
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Notes
If using dried elderflowers, fill the jar about halfway with dehydrated flowers.
Nutrition
Serving: 45ml | Calories: 42kcal | Carbohydrates: 1.6g | Sugar: 1.6g