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.
[ingredient=st-germain St. Germain] (pictured) is the most common brand of elderflower liqueur.
Some popular cocktails containing Elderflower liqueur
- So Smooth it's Dangerous — Aromatized wine, Elderflower liqueur, Curaçao
- Martini Parisien — Vodka, Elderflower liqueur, Aromatized wine, Lemon peel
- Not Coming Home — Bianco Vermouth, Absinthe, Elderflower liqueur, Orange flower water, Grapefruit peel
- Lillet-St. Germain — Aromatized wine, Elderflower liqueur, Soda water, Lemon juice, Orange
- Spicy Sandilla — Blanco tequila, Elderflower liqueur, Lemon juice, Simple syrup
- High and Dry — Sparkling white wine, Gin, Campari, Elderflower liqueur, Orange flower water
- Grace Under Fire — Mezcal, Elderflower liqueur, Sriracha bitters, Grapefruit peel
- The Naughty Sundress — Old Tom Gin, Manzanilla sherry, Elderflower liqueur, Basil eau-de-vie, Peach bitters, Lemon peel
- Memorial Day — Rum, Coca Leaf Liqueur, Elderflower liqueur, Bitters, Limeade
- The Distraction — Cognac, Bourbon, Amaro, Elderflower liqueur, Meyer lemon juice, Lemon
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