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Elderflower & Floral

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Elderflower liqueur is a sweet, floral liqueur made from the small white blossoms of the elder plant, with notes of pear, lychee and honeysuckle. St-Germain is the best-known bottle, and we also carry elderflower from St. Elder, Bols and Fiorente.
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About Elderflower & Floral

Elderflower liqueur is made by macerating fresh elderflower blossoms, typically gathered in late spring, in a neutral spirit, then sweetening the infusion. The result is light, fragrant and versatile. This collection also includes other floral styles: crème de violette, a violet liqueur, Parfait Amour, a purple liqueur with violet and citrus notes, and Sorel, a hibiscus-based liqueur with warm spice.

The easiest serve is an elderflower spritz: St-Germain over ice with dry sparkling wine and soda water in roughly equal measure, finished with a lemon twist. Elderflower is also a natural partner for gin and works in place of simple syrup in a gin sour or a gimlet.

For a classic floral cocktail, try the Aviation, which uses Giffard Creme de Violette with gin, lemon and maraschino for its pale purple color. St. Elder and Bols are other elderflower options well suited to batch cocktails, and Sorel adds a tart, ruby-colored twist to sparkling wine.

Browse berries, cherries and more in our full fruit and floral liqueurs collection.

Elderflower & Floral FAQ

What is elderflower liqueur?

Elderflower liqueur is a sweet floral liqueur made from elder blossoms steeped in spirit. It tastes of pear, lychee, citrus and honeysuckle, and it mixes easily with gin, vodka and sparkling wine. St Germain Elderflower Liqueur is the name most people know and a favorite starting point for spritzes and gin drinks.

How do you make a St-Germain spritz?

Pack a large wine glass with ice and pour in one and a half ounces of St Germain Elderflower Liqueur, then top with two ounces of dry sparkling wine and two ounces of soda water. Stir gently and garnish with a lemon twist. It is light, refreshing and an easy aperitif for warm evenings.

What is a good alternative to St-Germain?

St. Elder Elderflower Liqueur and Bols Elderflower Liqueur are common substitutes when mixing in larger batches. Marie Brizard Elderflower and Fiorente Elderflower Liqueur are other solid choices. Each is a little different in sweetness and floral intensity, so taste first and adjust the citrus in your recipe.

What is crème de violette used for?

Crème de violette is a violet flower liqueur best known for the Aviation cocktail, where a small amount gives the drink its floral aroma and pale purple color. Giffard Creme de Violette is our go-to bottle. Use it sparingly, about a quarter ounce, because the floral flavor can quickly dominate.

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