Elderberry Blossom Iced Tea (W/Optional Additions)

Name: Elderberry Blossom Iced Tea (W/Optional Additions)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 -4 elderberries, flower blooms (remove the blooms from the main stem); filtered water, for boiling; ice cube; rose water; orange blossom water; lemon slices (grapefruit?) or lime slice (grapefruit?); raw sugar (or other sugar of choice) or Agave (or other sugar of choice) or honey (or other sugar of choice); of fresh mint (apple mint, pineapple mint, orange mint, etc.); fresh lemon verbena, lemon balm or pineapple sage; cinnamon (if you're brewing hot tea) or cardamom (if you're brewing hot tea)

Servings: persons

1
Pick fresh elder flowers from an elderberry tree.
2
Remove the blooms from the stems and discard stems.
3
Place 2 to 4 fresh elder flowers in a heatproof bowl.
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(I tested this recipe using 3 stems of elderflowers and 6 cups of water).
5
Boil the water.
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Pour the boiled water over the flowers to cover.
7
Cover the bowl and allow the flowers to steep for about 10 minutes.
8
Strain the tea and set aside to cool then refrigerate until well chilled.
9
(Can also be served hot.
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To serve, pour the chilled tea over ice cubes.
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Stir in your favorite additions.
13
I floated a few of the individual blossoms on top of the tea.

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 -4 elderberries, flower blooms (remove the blooms from the main stem), filtered water, for boiling, ice cube, rose water, and more.

Yes, Elderberry Blossom Iced Tea (W/Optional Additions) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!