Dessert: United Kingdom – Elderberry Syrup (Cordial)
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Serving Size: 2
Approximate Time
Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Total
45 min
Ingredients
2 cups (300 g) elderberries, destemmed 4 cups (950 ml) water 2 cups (400 g) granulated sugar 2 tbsp (30 ml) lemon juice, optional
Instructions
1. Simmer elderberries with water 20 minutes, mashing to release juices; strain through fine mesh or cheesecloth. 2. Return liquid to the pot, add sugar (and lemon juice if using), and simmer 10–15 minutes until slightly thickened. Cool and refrigerate.
Estimated Nutritional Information*
Per serving | Servings: 2
Calories: 887 kcal
Carbohydrates: 228.6 g
Protein: 1 g
Fat: 0.8 g
Saturated fat: 0 g
Fiber: 10.5 g
Sodium: 30 mg
Potassium: 440 mg
Calcium: 74 mg
Iron: 2.51 mg
Vitamin A: 45 µg RAE
Vitamin C: 59.9 mg
Generated: 2026-11-05T19:33:30+00:00
*Values are estimates based on USDA data and mathematical calculations. Actual values may vary. Where data are unavailable, those contributions are excluded.