Homemade Elderflower Syrup (+ Virgin Hugo)

Anastasia

2 years ago

If elderflowers are still blooming where you live, you have a chance to make this gorgeous elderflower syrup. If you’re a huge Hugo fan like me, you’ll enjoy it so much!

I like to cool down during hot summer days with a virgin version of Hugo, and this syrup just disappears. It seems to have mood-boosting properties and this is exactly what I need!

Shake the elderberry florets slightly to remove any debris and insects. Remove large twigs and large stems.

Pour water into a saucepan and bring it to a boil. Add sugar and cook for a few minutes. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.

Remove from the heat and add elderflowers and lemons.

Cover and leave it to infuse for 2 days in a cool place. The cool temperature is important since at room temperature the mass can start to ferment.

After 2 days, filter the liquid through a cheesecloth or a fine strainer. Add citric acid, put on the heat, and bring to a boil. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring.

Pour the hot syrup into sterilized bottles, seal them, and leave them to cool.

Once the bottles have cooled, store them in a cool dark place. Keep in the fridge after opening.

To make Virgin Hugo, place 1-2 lime wedges and a small handful of mint in a glass. Smash everything with a muddler. Add elderflower syrup (to taste), ice, and top with sparkling water. Stir everything and serve!

Homemade Elderflower Syrup (+ Virgin Hugo)

If you’re a huge Hugo fan like me, you’ll enjoy this homemade elderflower syrup so much!

Author: Anastasia
Prep Time: 48 hours
Cook Time: 5 min
Total Time: 48 hours 5 minutes
Yield: 2.5l
Category: Condiments

Ingredients

30 elderberry florets
2kg sugar
2 lemons, washed and cut into wedges
2l filtered water
20g citric acid

Instructions

Shake the elderberry florets slightly to remove any debris and insects. Remove large twigs and large stems.
Pour water into a saucepan and bring it to a boil. Add sugar and cook for a few minutes. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Remove from the heat and add elderflowers and lemons.
Cover and leave it to infuse for 2 days in a cool place. The cool temperature is important since at room temperature the mass can start to ferment.
After 2 days, filter the liquid through a cheesecloth or a fine strainer. Add citric acid, put on the heat, and bring to a boil. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring.
Pour the hot syrup into sterilized bottles, seal them, and leave them to cool.
Once the bottles have cooled, store them in a cool dark place. Keep in the fridge after opening.