How much water should be added to a fruit cordial?

Most cordials use about one part concentrate to four to ten parts water, and the label lists the suggested ratio.

What is the difference between cordial and squash?

The terms are often used interchangeably for concentrated fruit drinks that need diluting before drinking.

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Refreshing fruit cordial concentrates

These vibrant fruit concentrates offer a versatile way to create refreshing drinks or add a burst of natural flavor to desserts and sauces.

Refreshing fruit cordial concentrates mix with still or sparkling water to make quick, flavourful drinks, and can also go into desserts and sauces. They suit families, hosts and anyone who prefers non-alcoholic options or likes experimenting with drink bases.

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Why refreshing fruit cordial concentrates make a good gift

A concentrated bottle makes many drinks, so the gift keeps being used for weeks.
Offers a festive alcohol-free choice for gatherings where not everyone drinks.
A range of fruit flavours lets the recipient mix and match their own combinations.

What to look for

Check the dilution ratio to see how many glasses each bottle actually makes.
Look for real fruit juice content if the recipient prefers a less artificial taste.
Note whether the bottle needs refrigeration after opening and how long it keeps.

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How much water should be added to a fruit cordial?: Most cordials use about one part concentrate to four to ten parts water, and the label lists the suggested ratio.
What is the difference between cordial and squash?: The terms are often used interchangeably for concentrated fruit drinks that need diluting before drinking.

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