A delicately aromatic white wine infusion with meadowsweet, lemon peel and warming spices.
Quick Facts
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Infusion time: 6–8 hours
Makes: 1 bottle
Ingredients
- 1 bottle dry white wine
- 6 fresh meadowsweet flower heads
- 2 strips unwaxed lemon peel
- 1 small cinnamon stick
- 2 whole cloves
- 1 tbsp honey, optional
Method
- Place all ingredients in a covered glass jug.
- Refrigerate and infuse for 6–8 hours.
- Strain carefully.
- Pour into a clean bottle and keep refrigerated.
Ways to Enjoy It
Serve a small chilled glass.
Plant Notes
Meadowsweet, Filipendula ulmaria, has creamy flower heads with a sweet almond-like fragrance.
Important Information
Contains alcohol. Avoid if sensitive to aspirin or salicylates, and seek qualified advice if pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication. For adults only.
