Recipe: Strawberry and elderberry liqueur - enjoy the taste of spring all year round

Directions

1. Preparation of strawberries and elderflowers: Wash the strawberries, remove the stems and cut them in half. Gently dust the elderflowers to remove insects and dust, but do not wash them to avoid losing the precious pollen that provides the aroma. 2. Maceration: Place sliced strawberries and elderflowers in a large glass jar. Pour brandy or vodka, close the jar and put it in a cool and dark place for about 2 weeks. Shake the glass gently every day to mix the flavors well. 3. Preparation of sugar syrup: When the maceration is finished, prepare the sugar syrup. Combine the sugar and water in a saucepan and heat over medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved. Allow the syrup to cool. When the syrup is cooled, add the lemon juice. 4. Mixing and filtering: Strain the macerated mixture through a fine strainer or cheesecloth to remove solid particles of berries and elderflowers. Mix the filtered liquid with sugar syrup. 5. Ripening: Pour the prepared liqueur into clean bottles and close them tightly. The liqueur should mature for at least another month so that the flavors are well mixed and rounded. 6. Enjoyment: After ripening, your strawberry-elder liqueur is ready to drink. Serve it chilled as an aperitif or digestif, but you can also use it as an ingredient in cocktails.