Peach Cordial
Savor the taste of summer with this homemade peach cordial, a luscious and aromatic beverage that's as simple to make as it is delightful to sip. Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh ripe peaches and balanced with a hint of tangy lemon juice, this recipe creates a versatile syrup perfect for mixing into cocktails, mocktails, or sparkling beverages. Gently simmered to extract every bit of flavor, the cordial can be customized with a splash of vodka to extend its shelf life. Whether you serve it over ice with soda water or drizzle it over desserts, this peach cordial is a refreshing, all-natural treat that captures the season’s bounty in every drop. Ready in under an hour, it’s a must-try for anyone who loves fruity, homemade drinks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Fresh ripe peaches
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 1.5 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Vodka (optional, for preservation)
Instructions
Wash the peaches thoroughly under running water. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
Slice the peaches in half, remove the pits, and roughly chop the flesh into small pieces.
In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped peaches, granulated sugar, and water. Stir to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peaches are soft and the sugar is completely dissolved.
Use a potato masher or the back of a spoon to gently crush the peaches to release more juice.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool for about 10 minutes.
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a large bowl or a pouring jug. Carefully pour the peach mixture through the strainer, pressing down on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
Discard the solids or reserve them for another use (e.g., as a topping for yogurt or ice cream).
Stir in the lemon juice, tasting and adjusting for desired balance of sweetness and acidity.
If using vodka, stir it into the strained liquid to extend the cordial's shelf life.
Pour the cordial into a sterilized glass bottle or jars. Seal tightly and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or longer if vodka is added.
When ready to serve, dilute the peach cordial with water, soda water, or sparkling wine to taste. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1677 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.9 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 370.7 g | 135% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 359.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1361 mg | 29% | |
*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.
