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
- Spanish Shawl — Gin, Elderflower liqueur, Dry vermouth, Cucumber juice, Lime juice
- Victor Victoria — Blanco tequila, Elderflower liqueur, Herbal liqueur, Orange bitters, Lime juice
- Vieux Mot — Gin, Elderflower liqueur, Lemon juice, Simple syrup
- A Forest — Old Tom Gin, Allspice Dram, Crème de Violette, Amaro dell'Erborista, Elderflower liqueur, Bitters
- Auld Lang — Sparkling white wine, Aperol, Elderflower liqueur, Lime juice, Rosemary syrup