Tag: Foraging
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Lilac, Lemon & Raspberry Champagne
The lilacs are in full swing, but if you’re not careful you may miss the season! These beautiful flowers span from icy white to deep purple. The different shades each have their own meaning. White represents the innocence and purity of life. Lilac represents a first love, in fact Victorian widows were often seen wearing…
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Dandelion Honey
The grass is a awash with dandelions and has been for a few months now. Dandelions are an important source of nectar for bees early on in the season, so try to avoid picking them until other flowers are available. Now is the perfect time to give this spring time recipe a go. Ingredients: –…
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Elderflower Champagne
After much trial and error, I have finally created a recipe for a lightly carbonated, delicately floral elderflower champagne. This should make six 750ml bottles. Ingredients:– Twelve to fourteen elderflower heads– Two medium sized lemons– 600g sugar– 1 heaped teaspoon of citric acid (optional)– 4.5 litres of water plus an additional 100ml overage for any…