Prepare the Herbs and Ingredients:

• Gently rinse your selected fresh herbs (such as mint, basil, thyme, or rosemary) to remove any impurities. Pat them dry with a clean towel.​
• If using citrus fruits like lemons or oranges, thoroughly wash them and peel thin strips of zest, avoiding the bitter white pith.​
• Measure out your chosen spices (e.g., ginger slices, cinnamon sticks, or cardamom pods) and sweetener (honey or sugar).​

Create the Herbal Infusion:

• In a clean, sterilized jar, place the prepared herbs, citrus zest, and spices. Fill the jar about halfway to allow space for the liquid.​
• Pour in a neutral spirit like vodka or brandy, ensuring the ingredients are fully submerged. Leave some headspace at the top of the jar.​

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Maceration Process:

• Seal the jar tightly and store it in a cool, dark place.​
• Allow the mixture to macerate for 2 to 4 weeks, shaking the jar gently every few days to encourage flavor extraction.​

Strain and Sweeten:

• After the maceration period, strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth into a clean bowl, pressing the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.​
• Taste the infused liquid and add your preferred sweetener to achieve the desired level of sweetness. Start with a small amount and adjust accordingly.​

Bottle the Cordial:

• Using a funnel, transfer the sweetened cordial into sterilized bottles, sealing them tightly.​
• Label the bottles with the date and contents.​

Aging (Optional):

• For a more refined flavor, allow the bottled cordial to age for an additional few weeks in a cool, dark place before consumption.