Wild food is packed pull of essential vitamins and minerals and cordials can be a fantastic way to enjoy health benefits as well as preservation. It is important to note there is also a whack load of sugar however you could reduce this by using fructose (if you choose to do this use 2/3rds of the recipe amount). Any berries or fruits work well, likewise elderflower cordial is one of the staples of an English summer. I would suggest any flower infusion could be used however you would need to ensure that the flavour is strong enough to carry over the sugar and citrus.
Basic Cordial
Ingredients
1 pint liquid (flower infusion or prepared & strained fruit juice)
1lb granulated sugar
1/2 lemon (you could use 2.5ml citric acid or an alternative citrus fruit)
Method
Dissolve sugar in the liquid on a low heat
Add the lemon or alternative
Raise to the boil and cook for a further ten minutes
Bottle in sterilised container
Simple! This is a fantastic way of enjoying your favourite wild foods throughout the year. To finish store in hipster-style mini milk bottles & serve in a jam-jar with ice & a sprig of fresh mint.