Cocktails with Elderflower Liqueur
Elderflower liqueur is a delicate, floral spirit capturing the essence of elderflower blossoms. It adds sophisticated floral notes to cocktails and champagne.
- Type
- Liqueur
- Strength
- 17–20% ABV
- Aroma
- Elderflower, Honey, Lychee, Pear, Light citrus
- Taste
- Floral, Sweet, Honeyed, Pear, Subtle citrus
- Finish
- Clean, Floral, Delicate, Medium length
8 drinks with Elderflower Liqueur
- Apple SpritzProsecco, Apple Brandy, Soda Water
- Devil's SoulRye Whiskey, Mezcal, Averna
- Elder FashionGin, Orange Bitters
- Hugo CocktailGin, Prosecco, Soda Water
- Hugo Spritz SlushProsecco, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup
- NecromancerAbsinthe, Lillet Blanc, Lemon Juice
- Prosecco & Elderflower CocktailProsecco, Soda Water
- Spicy FiftyVodka, Lime Juice, Honey Syrup
History
St-Germain, launched in 2007, popularized elderflower liqueur globally and became known as 'bartender's ketchup' for its versatility. Elderflower has long been used in European cordials and wines, but the liqueur format brought it into modern cocktail culture.
How it’s made
Made by macerating freshly picked elderflower blossoms in grape spirit. St-Germain uses hand-harvested wild flowers from the French Alps, picked during a brief spring window. The delicate floral essence is preserved through gentle processing and sugar addition.
Bottles to try
St-GermainMid-range
The original premium elderflower liqueur, setting the standard with delicate floral complexity.
Bols ElderflowerBudget
Dutch elderflower liqueur, slightly sweeter and more accessible price point.
Giffard Fleur de Sureau SauvageMid-range
French wild elderflower liqueur, fresh and floral with less sweetness than St-Germain.
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