Elderflower champagne is a traditional and highly valued beverage in various regions of Latin America and Europe. Its origin dates back to ancient times, when elderflowers, known for their medicinal properties and delicate aroma, began to be used to make homemade fermented soft drinks. In countries like Mexico, Argentina, and Colombia, this drink is especially enjoyed during the warm seasons for its fresh and slightly sweet flavor. In some places, it is simply known as "elderflower champagne" or "elderflower water," while in others it may have local names such as "elderflower syrup" or "elderflower soft drink." This preparation stands out for being natural and simple, conveying the floral essence of the plant with a citrus touch that makes it unique.
Elderflower champagne
How to Make Elderflower Champagne
Do not wash the flowers, but remove any insects and thick stems.
Place the sugar in a very large container and cover with 2 pints of boiling water.
Stir until the sugar dissolves.
Then add 6 pints of cold water, the lemon zest and juice, the vinegar, and the flowers.
Mix well.
Cover and leave, covered, for 48 hours, stirring occasionally.
Strain through a fine sieve into clean bottles with screw-top lids.
Leave a one-inch space at the top of each bottle and close tightly.
Leave in a cool place to mature.
It tastes good served with ice.
Ready to drink in 6 weeks but tastes better the longer it is left.
Ingredients (6)
- Elderflower Heads
- Water
- Boiling Water
- Granulated Sugar
- Lemons
- White Wine Vinegar
Instructions (11 steps)
- 1 Do not wash the flowers, but remove any insects and the thick stems
- 2 Place the sugar in a very large container and cover with 2 pints of boiling water
- 3 Stir until the sugar dissolves
- 4 Then add 6 pints of cold water, the lemon peel and juice, the vinegar, and the flowers
- 5 Mix well
- 6 Cover and leave, covered, for 48 hours, stirring occasionally
- 7 Strain through a fine sieve into clean bottles with screw-top lids
- 8 Leave a one-inch space at the top of each bottle and close tightly
- 9 Leave in a cool place to mature
- 10 It tastes good served with ice
- 11 Ready to drink in 6 weeks but tastes better the longer it is left
Nutritional Information
Calories:
2682 kcal
Protein:
3%
Carbohydrates:
231%
Fat:
0%
Sugar:
2732%
Sodium:
5%
Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.