Best 2 Refreshing Lavender Cordial Recipes
Are you looking for a refreshing and flavorful drink to cool you down on a hot summer day? Look no further than lavender cordial! This delightful beverage is made with fresh lavender flowers, sugar, and water, and it can be enjoyed on its own or used as a mixer in cocktails and mocktails. With its beautiful purple hue and delicate floral flavor, lavender cordial is sure to impress your friends and family. In this article, we'll share our favorite recipe for lavender cordial, as well as some tips for making and using this delicious drink.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
REFRESHING LAVENDER CORDIAL
A pleasantly refreshing, calming & restorative drink with an exquisite flavour. It's ideal on a hot summer's day, and is delicious when mixed with sparkling water or, even champagne/sparkling wine! Make sure the lavender has not been sprayed with insecticides and rinse gently under cold running water (to dislodge any insects) before use. Alternatively you can buy culinary lavender from herbalists or specialist shops.
Provided by French Tart
Categories Beverages
Time 50m
Yield 1 1 pint bottle
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Put the water and sugar into a pan and heat gently until the sugar has dissolved completely.
- Add the lavender flowers and bring to the boil. Remove from the heat; cover the pan and leave to infuse for 30-45 minutes.
- Strain the liquid into a pan and reheat, stirring all the time, until the mixture is syrupy. Cool completely. Pour into a sterilised bottle, seal tightly and leave to cool.
- Store in the refrigerator.
- Dilute with chilled sparkling mineral water to serve - or champagne/sparkling wine for a special occasion.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 6, Sodium 5.9, Carbohydrate 1.5, Sugar 1.5
PROVENCE LAVENDER CORDIAL-SYRUP
An exquisite blend of lavender flowers and herbes de Provence makes for a pleasant, refreshing cordial--perfect for a summer's day! Stir into lemonade, teas, ice-water, champagne or cocktails, -or- drizzle on pound cake, waffles, pastries, puddings or fruit. Lovely! I like to make this in the early summertime, when the lavender flowers are still fresh! Try it in my recipe #250030, or whisk a few spoonfuls into whipped cream, or thicken with powdered sugar for a glaze. Makes a beautiful hostess or Christmas gift, tied with a pretty lavender ribbon!
Provided by BecR2400
Categories Beverages
Time 45m
Yield 1 1/2 cups of Syrup, 14 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar completely.
- Bring to a boil, then remove from the heat.
- Add the lavender flowers (and the herbes de Provence, if using).
- Cover, and let flowers steep for 30-45 minutes.
- Strain through a fine mesh sieve or paper coffee filter into a measuring glass (with a lip for easy pouring).
- Add lemon juice.
- Pour into a clean container (preferably sterilized), cap, and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks, or freeze.
- Note: the syrup will not freeze solid-- you will be able to scoop out a spoonful easily!
- Stir a spoonful of Lavender Syrup into your favorite beverage! It's delicious in lemonade, tea or ice-water. Try it in my Provence Cocktail, recipe # 250030. OR, drizzle over pancakes, waffles, French toast, scones, fruit, puddings, cakes or ice cream. Thicken with confectioner's sugar to make an exquisite glaze for cookies or cakes.
- Makes a beautiful hostess gift tied with a pretty ribbon!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 27.6, Sodium 0.5, Carbohydrate 7.1, Sugar 7.1
Tips:
- Carefully select your lavender: Use culinary lavender or English lavender for the best flavor. Avoid using wild lavender, as it can be bitter and have a medicinal taste.
- Harvest lavender at the right time: The best time to harvest lavender for cordial is when the flowers are just starting to open. This is usually in early to mid-summer.
- Use fresh, organic lemons: Fresh lemons will give your cordial a brighter flavor. Organic lemons are preferred, as they are less likely to contain pesticides or waxes.
- Dissolve sugar slowly: To prevent crystallization, dissolve the sugar slowly in the hot water. Stir constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Let the cordial cool completely before bottling: This will help to preserve the flavor and prevent spoilage.
- Store the cordial in a cool, dark place: The cordial will keep for up to 6 months in a cool, dark place. Once opened, it should be kept in the refrigerator and consumed within 2 months.
Conclusion:
Lavender cordial is a refreshing and flavorful drink that can be enjoyed on its own or used in cocktails and mocktails. It is also a great way to use up fresh lavender from your garden. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make your own delicious lavender cordial at home.
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