Jersey Strawberry and Elderflower Cordial

Rinse the strawberries and hull them. Roughly chop them and place them in a large saucepan.

Gently shake the elderflower heads to remove any insects. Add them to the saucepan with the strawberries.

Pour the water and sugar into the saucepan.

Heat gently over a low heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar has completely dissolved. Do not boil.

Once the sugar is dissolved, bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the strawberries have softened and released their juices.

Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.

Leave the mixture to cool slightly, then strain it through a fine-mesh sieve or muslin cloth lined colander into a jug or bowl. Press down on the solids to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the pulp.

Pour the cordial into sterilized bottles and seal. The cordial will keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks, or in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.