Berry Cordial
Elevate your drink game with this vibrant and refreshingly simple Berry Cordial, a delicious homemade syrup that showcases the sweet-tart flavors of mixed berries like raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, and blueberries. Made with just four ingredients—juicy berries, granulated sugar, water, and a splash of freshly squeezed lemon juice—this cordial is a versatile treat perfect for sipping on its own, mixing into sparkling water, or adding a fruity twist to your favorite cocktails. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe yields a concentrated, beautifully hued syrup that’s ideal for enhancing everyday beverages or impressing guests at a gathering. With its bold flavors and delightful aroma, this berry cordial is a must-try for anyone who loves fresh, homemade refreshments.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams mixed berries (e.g., raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, blueberries)
- 300 grams granulated sugar
- 300 milliliters water
- 30 milliliters lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
Instructions
Rinse the mixed berries thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
In a large saucepan, combine the berries, sugar, and water. Stir gently to ensure the sugar begins to dissolve.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. As it heats, gently mash the berries with the back of a spoon or a potato masher to release their juices.
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and let the mixture cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. The liquid should thicken slightly, and the berries should dissolve into a pulp.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the berry mixture cool for about 10 minutes.
Set up a fine-mesh sieve or a cheesecloth over a large bowl. Pour the berry mixture into the sieve and press it gently with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible, leaving the solids behind.
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice to the strained liquid and stir well to combine.
Pour the cordial into a sterilized glass bottle or jar and seal tightly. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
Serve by diluting the cordial with water, sparkling water, or as a mixer in cocktails. Adjust the cordial-to-liquid ratio to taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 362.8 g | 132% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.9 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 336.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 674 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
