Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPrima ItaliaCordials Recipe

Cordials Recipe

Inspired by Prima Italia
Time1h
Serves8

Make Cordials Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Optional Garnishes

Method

Preparation of Base

  1. 1

    Combine Water and Sugar

    In a pot, combine 2 cups of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar fully dissolves.

  2. 2

    Add Citric Acid

    Once the sugar has dissolved, remove the pot from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of citric acid until fully integrated.

Adding Flavors

  1. 3

    Mix in Lemon Juice

    Allow the base to cool slightly, then add 1 cup of fresh lemon juice to the mixture, stirring well to combine.

  2. 4

    Infuse Mint Flavor

    Add 1 cup of fresh mint leaves to the mixture. Allow it to steep for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. 5

    Finish with Vanilla

    After steeping, strain the mixture to remove mint leaves. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract for added flavor.

Serving Suggestions

  1. 6

    Serve Chilled

    Pour the cordial into a bottle or pitcher and refrigerate until cold. Serve over ice in glasses.

  2. 7

    Garnish

    Garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint sprigs as desired before serving.

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