I am amazed that we still have a steady trickle of plump passion fruit at the markets. I am also amazed that we are still wearing skirts and tank tops when autumn has almost gone. Maybe the two are related. Maybe it was the wrong year to buy a very chic, very warm wool cape. Or that snuggle fest of a rust-toned generous shawl. Whether or not I christen the wool cape, Friday evenings sipping something cool poolside is definitely something I am getting used to. Like this gorgeous homemade passionfruit cordial that has no refined sugar and works brilliantly with homemade carbonated water for casual sipping or as the base of a fancy gin and tonic concoction that Nick made at my behest.
I love small batches of everything. Jams, pickles, butter and cordials. I love the fact that you can create fancy flavours and healthier versions too, combos that you would be hard-pressed to find at the stores. My boys were never cordial drinkers, it was freshly squeezed juice all the time. But now that they are older, Nick and I find more time to create a cocktail or two for ourselves as a treat for being overworked parents throughout the week. And small batch cordials are the thing to have handy if you are into that kind of a thing. This passion fruit cordial will last a week in the fridge and will make approximately 10 glasses of something delicious to sip on, whether it has alcohol or not. Cocktails, mocktails or icy poles. The possibilities are endless.
Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 cup (200 g) passionfruit pulp
- 2 cups (500 ml) water
- 1 cup (250 ml) maple syrup
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a large, heavy bottomed saucepan on medium heat.
- Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and cool completely.
- Pour in a clean and dry glass bottle. Seal with a lid. Store in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.
Oh yummy!!! This looks so beautiful. Is it allow to just drink the lot??? 😉
Although I am loving the sound of the fancy G&T.
Over here we are having the most wonderful Autumn. Cool mornings, where everything looks crisp and fresh. But by 9am the sun is out, the sky is blue and the chill has gone. Then once the kids are in bed it is just cool enough for a snuggle on the sofa with a blanket. I love WA in the autumn 🙂
you could drink the lot lol, it still wouldn't be as sweet as commercial cordials so you would be okay :-). Autumn in WA sounds heavenly! x
YAY I grabbed a cheap bag of passionfruit at the local fruit & veg shop the other day and can't wait to use them - crazy that it is May and they are still around. Love that you are getting back into reading - I have been trying to get more books out from the library myself, but find I only really get round to reading them on holiday! I have been listening to Ted Talks lately on my commute - would definitely recommend if you spend much time travelling. Incredibly thought-provoking.
I don't travel at all lol but have been thinking about listening to podcasts for a while. Any specific ones you would recommend?
That drink looks amazing Sneh! I definitely want to try it (once I have a kitchen again!). Glad to hear you are doing well and benefiting from 'slowing down'! I think I should take a lead out of your book and try that too!
oh yay! sounds like you are renovating Kath. So excited for you!
What a delicious drink - and it sounds like the perfect partner for some of the amazing gin being distilled here in South Australia right now.
I read Jasper Jones when it first came out and loved it. I hope it's on school reading lists.
Must investigate that gin you are talking about. Yes, I have heard it is on some of the Year 8 and 9 reading lists at school. x
I am SO JEALOUS that you have passion fruit. I was wary of them when I first saw them while living in Kenya, but once I tasted, I was hooked. I prefer the purple ones, like those in the photo, though the yellow/orange ones are good too--a little sweeter, without the sour kick of the purple. It took a while to learn to squeeze them between the heels of my hands just enough to crack them and not so much as to make the insides squirt all over. I was very proud of my finesse once I got the technique down.
sounds like the perfect technique. I must admit, I haven't tried that but will now. The purple ones are my favourite too! more tang!
Hey Sneh,
Glad to hear that your foot injury is getting better. Also too, that you are enjoying slowing down. I'm doing a bit of that with my little fam in Hawaii!
Hehe re avocado fans!! Can't wait to see the roses (in 3 years time). No I didn't know you could grow all herbs indoors! Really???? Hanging to read ME BEFORE YOU now!! I'm about to start 'Big Magic' by Elizabeth Gilbert. I'll let you know how that goes!
Please let me know if you have that prop sale!!!! I would love to become a hoarder in your place!!! Heh! Ange x
sounds fabulous Ange! Hope you are enjoying Hawaii. I have been reading Big Magic on and off, it is such an empowering book for us creatives. Will definitely let you know about the prop sale 🙂 x
A wonderful summer drink! This cordial must taste heavenly. Love your pics, as always.
Cheers,
Rosa
Thanks Rosa xx