- Alcohol-free?
- Use unfiltered apple juice and soda water.
- Too sweet?
- Syrups vary. Adjust with lemon juice or soda water.
Elderflower Lemon Cider Spritz
A meeting of Anglo cider culture and European elderflower tradition. The cider's fermented base carries the floral notes beautifully, while lemon 'cuts' the sweetness for a crisp finish. A perfect bubbly summer cooler.
Ingredients
1
pint (16 oz)
Hard Cider (Dry or Semi-Dry)
1.5
oz
Fresh Lemon Juice
1.5
oz
Elderflower Syrup
2
slices
Lemon
1
cup
Ice
1
sprig
Mint
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Equipment Needed
- Pitcher
- Spoon
Instructions
1
✓
Place ice in glasses.
Tip: Chills the glass.
2
✓
Mix lemon juice and elderflower syrup in a pitcher.
Tip: Creating a base first avoids over-stirring the carbonated cider.
3
✓
Top with cold cider and stir gently.
Tip: Gentle stirring preserves the fizz.
4
✓
Pour and garnish.
Tip: Lemon zest adds aroma.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 1 pint (16 oz) Hard Cider (Dry or Semi-Dry)
- 1.5 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1.5 oz Elderflower Syrup
- 2 slices Lemon
- 1 cup Ice
- 1 sprig Mint