Elderflowers Dried Herb 50g: How to Make a Simple Infusion
By Neal's Yard Remedies: Natural & organic skin care beauty | Published: 2026-11-03
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to brew a gentle elderflower tea infusion from dried elderflowers, with a simple ratio, water temperature, and steeping time for a clean, floral cup.
Quick answer
Use about 1 heaped teaspoon of dried elderflowers per 250 ml of just-boiled water, steep covered for 5–10 minutes, then strain. This gives a light, floral infusion without the bitterness that comes from over-steeping.
Why cover the cup while it steeps
Elderflowers are delicate and aromatic. Covering the cup or teapot during steeping helps keep the volatile floral notes in the water instead of letting them escape with the steam. A saucer or small plate works fine if your teapot has no lid.
Adjusting strength without adding more herb
If the infusion tastes too weak, first try steeping a minute or two longer rather than doubling the amount of dried elderflowers. Too much herb can turn the cup slightly bitter and astringent. If you prefer a stronger flavour, increase the herb gradually the next time you brew.
What to expect from the 50g bag
A 50g bag of dried elderflowers makes many single cups, so it is worth storing the herb properly between uses. The catalog notes that the clear bags are made from plant-sourced Natureflex film and can be reused for general storage of dried goods. Keep the bag sealed, cool, and dry to preserve the floral aroma.
How to make a simple elderflower infusion
- Measure the dried elderflowers: Put 1 heaped teaspoon of dried elderflowers into a teapot or a cup with a strainer. For a larger pot, use 1 teaspoon per 250 ml of water. A heaped teaspoon is roughly 1–2 grams; digital scales give more accuracy if you prefer.
- Heat the water: Bring fresh water to a boil, then let it sit for about 30 seconds before pouring over the flowers. Water that is too hot can make the infusion taste dull. Use water that has just stopped boiling, not a rolling boil.
- Pour and cover: Pour the hot water over the elderflowers and immediately cover the teapot or cup with a lid or saucer. Covering traps the floral aromas that would otherwise escape with the steam.
- Steep for 5–10 minutes: Let the infusion stand for 5 minutes for a light cup, or up to 10 minutes for a fuller flavour. Taste at 5 minutes to decide. Steeping longer than 10 minutes often brings out bitterness, so set a timer.
- Strain and serve: Strain the infusion into a cup, pressing gently on the flowers with the back of a spoon to release the last of the liquid. Serve warm. Do not squeeze the flowers hard, or you may extract bitter compounds.
Product facts
- Elderflowers Dried Herb 50g: The clear herb bag is made from renewable, plant-sourced Natureflex film, which is PEFC/FSC certified and meets industrial and home composting standards. You can compost the bag at home after emptying it, or reuse it for storing other dried goods.
Elderflowers Dried Herb 50g
