How do I make elderflower tea?

Use 1–2 tsp (≈0.5–1 g) dried blossoms per 250 ml hot water (~95 °C). Steep 5–7 minutes and strain.

Can I substitute dried for fresh blossoms?

Yes. As a starting point, 1 tsp dried ≈ 1 Tbsp loosely packed fresh blossoms. Adjust to taste and intensity of your batch.

What parts are edible?

Use blossoms for culinary preparations. Do not use leaves, bark or unripe berries in recipes.

Elder

Elderflower

Sambucus spp. — fragrant, floral & honeyed

The elder tree (Sambucus) grows up to ~7 m and bears white-yellowish blossoms from May to July. Dried elderflowers add a gentle, floral sweetness to teas, cordials, desserts and light savory dishes.

Botany: Sambucus nigra (commonly used) • Family: Adoxaceae
Part used: whole blossoms (dried)
Profile: floral, honeyed, softly fruity with citrus lift
Best for: tea/tisanes, cordials & syrups, jellies/jams, panna cotta, cakes, rice & light sauces

Brewing & Syrup

Elderflower tea: 1–2 tsp (≈0.5–1 g) per 250 ml water at ~95 °C; steep 5–7 min; strain.
Simple syrup / cordial base: 10–15 g dried blossoms per 500 ml water; infuse 20–30 min (warm), strain. Combine infusion 1:1 with sugar for syrup; add lemon to taste.

Culinary uses

Desserts: infuse cream, milk or syrup for panna cotta, ice cream and cakes.
Jams & jellies: steep blossoms in the fruit base; strain before gelling.
Rice & grains: perfume pilafs by infusing the cooking liquid, then strain.
Beverages: mix syrup with sparkling water; add a splash to spritzers or mocktails.

How to use

Infuse & strain: for clear flavor without petals in the final dish.
Add late/off-heat: preserves delicate aromas.
Fresh ↔ dried guide: about 1 tsp dried ≈ 1 Tbsp loosely packed fresh blossoms (adjust to taste).

Dosage & kitchen ratios

Infusions/creams: 1–2 tsp dried per 250 ml dairy; steep warm 10–15 min; strain.
Jams/jellies: 1–2 Tbsp dried per 1 kg fruit (in a sachet), remove before filling.
Baking: 1–2 tsp dried (finely crumbled) per 500 g batter or dough.

Pairings

Lemon, lime, orange zest, vanilla, honey, strawberry, gooseberry, apple & pear; complements light creams, yogurt and sparkling beverages.

Ingredients & allergens

Ingredients: dried elderflowers (edible flowers), 100%.

Allergens: none mandatory in EN labeling for this single ingredient.

Note: use blossoms only for culinary purposes; do not use leaves, bark or unripe berries in recipes.

Storage

Store airtight, cool, dry and away from light. Best aroma within 12–18 months. Reseal promptly after use.

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