Lemongrass Cordial

Lemongrass Cordial

The Lemongrass Cordial is the secret ingredient that transforms a G&T, or add layers of zesty brightness and herbaceous complexity to cocktails. While making it takes a little extra time, the fresh, fragrant flavour is well worth the effort.

PREP TIME 10 Minutes
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DIFFICULTY Medium

Ingredients

  • Zest from 1 lemon
  • Juice from 5 lemons
  • 150g sugar
  • 100ml water
  • 2 lemongrass stalks (roughly chopped)

Method

  1. Blend: Combine all cordial ingredients in a blender. Blend on high for 30 seconds until fully combined.
  2. Strain: Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove solids.
  3. Store: Store the finished cordial in a sealed container in the refrigerator.