Blackcurrant cordial

• golden crystallized sugar↗300g g
• lemons↗цедра і сік 2

  zest and juice of 2

• blackcurrants↗450g g

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Place the sugar in a large saucepan with 300ml water. Bring to a gentle boil, then add the zest and juice of the lemons followed by the blackcurrants. Cook over medium heat until the berries become soft and swollen.

2. 2

   Strain the mixture through a cheesecloth‑lined sieve into a clean heat‑proof jug, then pour into sterilised bottles. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

3. 3

   Serve about 25ml of cordial per 100ml of sparkling or still water, or dilute to taste.