If there's one thing that officially marks the beginning of summer for me, it's elderflower. Ahhhh. That fizzy, perfumed scent that fills your nose as you walk through the streets in early to mid-June. Is there a more summer-inducing smell? Not for me, I don't think. Every year, as soon as I see those frothy white flowers, I rush out with a plastic bag and fill it with those creamy blossoms. And each year, those blossoms are destined for cordial, probably the best way to enjoy their beguiling fragrance. This year, I've found some more uses for them and they're coming to the blog soon. But first! Today I have for you a super simple and delicious summery drink - Passionfruit and Elderflower Fizz.
I wanted to pair that effervescent elderflower (eee! I love alliteration) with another fruit as a change from straight up elderflower and soda water. Passionfruit seemed like an obvious choice. The tangy, tropical notes compliment the heady fragrance of elderflower perfectly. And the passionfruit seeds add a satisfying crunch. Add a good spritz of lime and you're good to go. You'll be drinking this all summer long!
Elderflower cordial is easy enough to buy from any supermarket. But there is a certain magic that comes from making it yourself. If you have an elder tree nearby - go and fill your boots! To make cordial, all you need is sugar, water, elderflower, citric acid and lemons. Mix it all up, leave it to stew for a few days, strain and - cordial! You won't regret it. Think of all the Passionfruit and Elderflower Fizz you can be drinking all summer! And many more things besides - think ice cream, sorbet, pannacotta. And of course something heavenly coming to the blog next week! You may also want to check out my Apple and Raspberry Mocktail too!
Just a short one from me today - I'm off to spend the evening with my lovely husband making epic calzones for his birthday. We're going to eat well tonight! See you next week!

Passionfruit and Elderflower Fizz
Equipment
- Jug
Ingredients
- 125 ml elderflower cordial, (½ cup)
- 3 passionfruit
- 1 lime, juiced
- sparkling water
Instructions
- Pour the elderflower cordial into a jug. Scoop the seeds from the passionfruit into the jug and add the lime juice. Top up with sparkling water to taste - I made mine up to a litre (4 cups) but you can do more or less according to your preference. Serve over ice.125 ml elderflower cordial, 3 passionfruit, 1 lime, sparkling water
Oliver says
Just found this now that Summer is gone! Looks so light and tasty. Elderflowers so easy to collect - not like the gorse flowers I tried once - painful! This needs to go next Summer's list for sure.
Sue says
I love the refreshing delicate flavour of Elderflower cordial. Passionfruit and elderflower sound like a wonderful combination.
Jo Avey says
Can you also use bought Elderflower cordial?
Sasha says
Yes absolutely 🙂 enjoy!
Hana | Nirvana Cakery says
I love elderflower, the blossoms are so delicate and beautiful! I keep meaning to make an elderflower cake for a while, but soon the blossoms will be gone and I have to leave it for another year. Lovely recipe and really beautiful pictures too! x
Sasha says
It's such a fleeting season isn't it?! You can blink and the elderflower can be gone! Especially with all this rain we've been having. Let's just say I've taken advantage of it this year! 😉 x
Michelle @ The Last Food Blog says
They sound perfect for summer! Definitely making these. Happy birthday to your husband, hope you both have a great weekend x
Sasha says
Thanks Michelle! Hope you love them (I'm confident you will!) happy weekend! 🙂 x