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

  • 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
  • Basic Bitch — Vodka, Cassis, Elderflower liqueur, Club soda, Lemon juice
St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur
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