Plum Cordial
Capture the vibrant flavors of summer with this delightful Plum Cordial recipe! Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe plums, balanced by a touch of tangy lemon juice, this homemade fruit cordial is a versatile treat perfect for refreshing drinks or creative cocktails. Made with just four simple ingredients—juicy plums, granulated sugar, water, and lemon juice—it combines traditional stovetop cooking and simple straining techniques to create a rich, ruby-red concentrate. The result is a deliciously fruity drink base that can be enjoyed with still or sparkling water for a refreshing twist. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is ideal for preserving the best of seasonal plums and offers a storage-friendly option that lasts up to a month in the fridge. Treat yourself to the homemade goodness of Plum Cordial, a true celebration of fresh fruit and simple pleasures!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1000 grams ripe plums
- 500 grams granulated sugar
- 1000 milliliters water
- 60 milliliters lemon juice
Instructions
Wash the plums thoroughly under cold running water, removing any dirt or debris.
Cut the plums in half, remove the pits, and slice them into smaller chunks to aid cooking.
In a large saucepan, combine the plum chunks, water, and lemon juice.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the plums are soft and breaking apart.
Once the plums are cooked soft, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly for easier handling.
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or a muslin cloth into a large bowl or jug, pressing gently to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the plum solids.
Pour the strained liquid back into a clean saucepan and add the granulated sugar.
Heat the mixture gently, stirring occasionally, until all the sugar has dissolved completely. Do not let it boil at this stage.
Once the sugar has dissolved, remove the saucepan from the heat and let the cordial cool to room temperature.
Pour the cool cordial into sterilized glass bottles or jars and seal them tightly.
Store the cordial in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. For longer storage, you can process the bottles via water bath canning.
To serve, dilute the cordial with water, still or sparkling, to taste, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2372 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.2 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 31 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 625.4 g | 227% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 607.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.8 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 155 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1638 mg | 35% | |
*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.
