Elderflower liqueur is a liqueur made by macerating the flowers of the European Black Elder (Sambucus nigra) in alcohol. Elderflower liqueur smells like litchi and flowering fields (green, floral, polleny), and has a strong musky component.
St. Germain (pictured) is the most common brand of elderflower liqueur.
Some popular cocktails containing Elderflower liqueur
- The Divine Lorraine — Elderflower liqueur, Bourbon, Amaro Nonino, Sweet vermouth, Orange cream citrate, Orange peel
- Apples and Oranges — Apple brandy, Elderflower liqueur, Orange bitters, Lemon juice, Simple syrup
- Stormy Morning — Champagne, Crème de Violette, Elderflower liqueur, Lime juice, Lime
- Apparent Sour — Aperol, Elderflower liqueur, Lime juice, Rosemary
- China Fight Cocktail — Cognac, Bigallet China-China, Elderflower liqueur, Orange peel