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Quick Homemade Lemon Cordial

Quick Homemade Lemon Cordial

A refreshing and easy-to-make homemade lemon cordial perfect for summer drinks.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Additional Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 15 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • ¾ cup caster sugar
  • fresh mint optional, for serving
  • lemon slices optional, for serving

Equipment

  • Juicer
  • strainer
  • Measuring Jug
  • Sterilized Bottle

Method
 

  1. Extract the juice from the lemons and filter it through a strainer to remove the pulp.
  2. Pour the lemon juice into a large measuring jug, then stir in the caster sugar for 2-3 minutes until dissolved.
  3. Cover the jug and refrigerate for 24 hours, stirring occasionally during that time.
  4. After 24 hours, pour the lemon concentrate into a sterilized bottle and store it in the refrigerator.
  5. Serve by mixing 50mL lemon concentrate with ice cubes and 300mL cold water.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 30gVitamin C: 20mg

Notes

This lemon cordial can last up to two weeks in the refrigerator if stored properly. No reheating is necessary.

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