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Like an elderflower cordial, but just a little bit more fun; the sweet and musky perfume of elderflower pairs perfectly with the classic juniper taste of gin. Serve with cloudy English apple juice & a sprig of mint, or mix with lemonade & freeze for some very grown-up ice lollies.

I read that the optimum blooms to pick are those just beginning to open, like the flower shown above; certainly, as they get a little older the flowers begin to turn brown and drop, and this seems to be when that characteristic cat-pee fragrance can sneak in.
I found plenty at the right, sweet-smelling stage, and some a little earlier, so I’m officially declaring this week optimum elderflower-picking season in Northern England. Baskets at the ready! (although a Tesco bag will suffice)

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If you’d rather not imbibe, I suggest trying Julia’s cordial and Emma’s elderflower syrup – I haven’t tried either but their lovely photography is enough to convince me.
In honesty, though, even if you never get around to drinking it, the quiet pleasure of pinching off a thousand tiny blooms, of a table scattered in dainty white stars, and the excuse to mix up the magic potions of childhood games again are all enough to make this a worthwhile waste of any Sunday afternoon. Give it to a loved one or a friend, wrapped up for a wedding, or stash it in your freezer for a splash of sunshine on a rainy day.

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Think you might give it a try? Got your own seasonal or elderflower recipe to recommend? I’d love to read your comments below!

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  • JFK

  • December 09, 2016

Terrific! One way to keep elderflower in drinkable form through the year. I make elderflower “champagne” each year, but elderflower cordial does not keep long enough. I really love rhubarb and elderflower, strawberry and elderflower, gooseberry and elderflower, but non of them are in season when the elderflowers are just right. So frustrating! I am drooling just thinking of them all… In the leadup to Christmas, I could do with an whiff of summertime! 🙂

  • Sara Tasker

  • July 03, 2015

Thanks Emma! & they’re totally deserved x

  • Emma Harris

  • July 03, 2015

This sounds so good, and thank you for the lovely comments about my recipe 🙂

  • Sara Tasker

  • July 02, 2015

Thanks Rachel! It was just so pretty – I could happily have taken a million photographs! x

  • Rachel | The Runaway Journal

  • July 02, 2015

Love all the photography in this post. Elderflower gin is not something I’ve tried before but it sounds really good!

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What alcohol goes with elderflower tonic? ›

If spring were a co*cktail, it would be this gin and elderflower tonic, a refreshing mix of gin, elderflower liqueur, maple syrup, and lemon. Easy to make and even easier to sip.

What is the difference between elderflower cordial and elderflower 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.

Who makes elderflower gin? ›

Secret Garden Distillery's best-selling gin in our new 70cl bespoke bottle. Our best-selling gin. Hand harvested Elderflower and Jasmine are distilled and blended with Juniper, Coriander, Angelica Root and Winter Savory to create a gin that is perfectly balanced.

Do you pour gin or tonic first? ›

To craft the perfect G&T at home, simply fill a highball glass up to the top with ice cubes (a pre-chilled glass is an added bonus). Then, pour in your gin, top with tonic water and lift with drinks stirrer or long spoon from the bottom to mix without disrupting the fizz. Garnish with a wedge or twist of fresh lime.

What can you mix elderflower tonic with? ›

150ml Fever-Tree Elderflower Tonic Water. 35 ml vodka or gin. 3 Tablespoons Chambord. 1 Lemon Wedge.

What Flavour gin goes with elderflower tonic? ›

The herbaceous and zesty notes of our Mercato Mediterranean Gin pair deliciously with a premium Elderflower tonic, which gives it a lovely floral, light and refreshing taste.

What pairs well with elderflower? ›

The lightly sweet nuances of elderflower blend well with many other natural fruit flavors and botanicals, including honey, pear, blackberry, strawberry, grapefruit, orange, lime, passionfruit, ginger, and even herbal flavors like rosemary, basil, and lemongrass.

Why is elderflower so expensive? ›

Because it is very expensive to bring flowers to market. Cut flowers are a global business. They are grown on another continent, harvested by hand, and rapidly shipped long distances under refrigeration. Because flowers are delicate they require extra care and handling along the way.

Is elderflower cordial a laxative? ›

As a supplement, elderflower also has diuretic and laxative properties and is helpful in relieving occasional constipation. Elderflower has antibacterial and antiviral properties and may also help alleviate some allergies and boost the functioning of the immune system.

What is a famous elderflower liqueur? ›

St‑Germain is a French liqueur made with fresh elderflowers, hand-picked once a year in the late spring. To accomplish its exquisitely natural flavor, every bottle of St‑Germain contains up to 1,000 of the very best elderflower blossoms, resulting in a finely crafted, perfectly balanced and refined liqueur.

Is elderflower gin nice? ›

A deliciously refreshing aromatic gin that harmonises tangy goosberry with sweet, floral elderflower. Tastes like plump, velvet berries plucked fresh from the farmer's field. Inspired by the wonder of succulent, bountiful soft fruits of Scotland.

Which gin has elderflower? ›

Empress Elderflower Rose Gin marries nine vibrant botanical elements to create its one-of-a-kind flavour palate. In addition to juniper berries, you will taste the gentle sweetness of elderflower, a bright burst of orange and a touch of floral rose and lavender.

Does elderflower go well with gin? ›

Combining gin and elderflower, this is an elevated twist on the classic gin and tonic. St‑Germain elderflower liqueur brings a dash of 'je ne sais quoi'.

Does Hendricks go with elderflower tonic? ›

Fill a co*cktail shaker with ice cubes, add Hendrick's, lemon juice, sugar syrup and bitters and shake well. 2. Strain into a gin glass filled with Super Cubes and top up with elderflower tonic.

What flavors go well with elderflower? ›

The lightly sweet nuances of elderflower blend well with many other natural fruit flavors and botanicals, including honey, pear, blackberry, strawberry, grapefruit, orange, lime, passionfruit, ginger, and even herbal flavors like rosemary, basil, and lemongrass.

What does elderflower gin go with? ›

Elderflower Gin Fizz

Pour gin, elderflower and lemon juice in a shaker and combine. Pour into champagne flutes and top with chilled prosecco. Garnish with lemon swirls and serve immediately.

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