Elderflower Powder is made from the finely ground, dried blossoms of the Elder tree (Sambucus nigra). It captures the unique floral aroma of the flower in a convenient, versatile powder form.
It has the same sweet, floral, and slightly fruity (like lychee or pear) flavour as the whole flowers. As a powder, it is very potent and mixes easily into drinks and batters, adding a fragrant, summery note.
The fine powder is ideal for blending. Whisk 1/2 to 1 teaspoon into smoothies, lattes, or yoghurt. It can also be sifted into flour for baking cakes or biscuits to add a subtle floral flavour.
Yes, Elderflower Powder comes from a herbal blossom and is naturally 100% caffeine-free. It's perfect for adding to relaxing evening lattes or caffeine-free smoothies.
They both come from the same plant, the Elder tree (Sambucus nigra). The Elderflower is the delicate, sweet, white blossom that appears in spring. If left on the tree, these flowers turn into the Elderberry, which is a dark purple, tart berry harvested in autumn.
No, the powder will not create a clear cordial like whole flowers do. It will make the liquid cloudy. It is better suited for creamy drinks (like lattes) or for infusing into syrups that are strained, or for adding to recipes where a clear liquid isn't needed.
