If you’re like me, who gets excited about drinks with unique and floral flavors, you’ll adore this list of the 25 best elderflower cocktails!
Flowers, even in a cocktail, are a special treat!
And elderflower is one of my favorite flavors since it’s sweet without being overwhelming.
Mixing floral flavors into homemade cocktails is totally all the rage right now, making them worthy of a celebration.
The elderberry bush, which produces tiny, white blooms, is native to much of Northern Europe and the northern regions of North America.
These little beauties thrive from the end of May through the beginning of June.
Liquors, cordials, and flavored tonic waters made with Elderflowers are all delectable options for enjoying this flower.
Elderflower’s possibilities are practically unlimited once you mix them with liquors and fruit juices.
You may scroll down to see what I mean!
Loosen up with an Elderflower Tea Cocktail if you’re looking for something light and soothing.
And to satisfy your thirst for something stronger, though, try a Mojito Elderflower Cocktail.
#23 is incredible, as it manages to be both exceptionally tasty and fruity, zesty, and chilly all at once!
For a Peach Bellini, you’ll need some pureed, sugared peaches and some sparkling Prosecco.
That’s it!
Freshly cooked peach purée in this Bellini intensifies the peach flavor, making it taste like you’re sipping a non-alcoholic drink.
Its ingredients are basic, yet when blended, they create something spectacular!
While it does contain vodka, the prosecco is the star of this cocktail, and the elderflower only serves to amplify the drink’s light, delicate nature.
And because it’s denser than Prosecco, elderflower liqueur imparts a bright, distinct look to each bubble as it rises.
That’s really awesome!
Besides holidays, this cocktail is great as an apéritif before dinner, to perk you up in the afternoon, or both.
This famous British mixed drink is characterized by its fruity flavor, exquisite crispness, and refreshing effervescence.
Pimms No. 1 has a sweet, herby flavor, with just a tinge of bitterness to balance everything off in this concoction.
Finally, the fizz and smoothness of ginger beer provide the classy look to this excellent mixed drink.
You can give this tried and true drink a new spin on flavor by mixing in some elderflower liqueur.
The secret to making this drink an excellent one is finding that sweet spot between the dry gin and the bitter tonic.
And that’s what elderflower does; it ensures that no one flavor will overshadow the others.
Now you have the ideal beverage for those hot summer nights!
Instead of simple syrup, the Elderflower Collins is sweetened with elderflower liqueur, creating a floral take on the classic Tom Collins.
The elderflower liqueur adds a sophisticated note of flowery sweetness and syrupy texture to this fantastic mixture.
Because it’s easy to get your hands on, delectable, exotic, and out of the ordinary, Elderflower’s use in cocktails came as a surprise to many.
If you’re looking for a wine that can handle the sweetness and provide a solid foundation of subtle citrus and toasty aromas, sparkling wine such as Champagne is likely your best bet.
It’s a delightful blend of sugary, tangy, light, and bubbly tastes.
This classic Cuban rum drink has been given an Elderflower twist, making it flowery, zingy, and excellent for starting a party!
The trick to an exquisite Mojito sipper is muddling the mint with the sugar and lime juice at the bottom of the glass.
It releases the leave’s juices and imparts a natural minty aromatic taste.
Wow, look at all those lovely layers, and the best part is how crisp and clean it is!
A lot of natural fruitiness and a pleasant tang from the fresh raspberries gives this drink a flavor reminiscent of raspberry limeade.
The smooth citric flavors are rounded off by the herby undertone that the gin provides as the base alcohol.
And what a stunning pinkish color, too.
Some grapefruit cocktail recipes appeal to both the senses of taste and scent.
Such as this!
The fragrant elderflower and luscious, effervescent champagne go nicely with the somewhat bitter and citrusy, fresh grapefruit.
This drink is fit for a joyful cheer as it is sophisticated, classy, and delicious.
Likely, the combination of whiskey’s bold flavor and elderflower’s gentler taste would raise eyebrows.
But, as the saying goes, “opposites attract,” and the contrasting natures of these two spirits make an excellent pair!
The smooth, simple syrup and cinnamon-like flavor of Angostura bitters keep it from being overly boozy, unlike other whiskey mixes.
This Elderflower Old Fashioned is sure to liven up your cocktail hour.
Incredibly well-balanced tastes result from this combo!
Elderflower’s delicate floral nuances went smoothly with lime’s tang, and the tequila gave the whole thing a nice kick.
And oh, soda water can be poured for extra pop, making this drink even more pleasant.
Cranberry juice is a widely used mixer.
It has a delightfully bright flavor, and its sweet-tart balance works well with spirits ranging from rum to vodka.
However, those who prefer sweeter flavors may find cranberries too tart.
To resolve this, a shot of Elderflower is a perfect touch to counteract any sharpness without overpowering it.
13. Hugo Spritz
The first sip convinced me that I had found the ideal minty-cold aperitif!
There’s a trace of citrus, some herbaceousness, and a touch of floralness, and the whole thing is simply enchanting!
You can make this cocktail more eye-catching by using edible flowers frozen in ice cubes.
It’s like drinking summer in a glass!
The marriage of blood orange and gin creates a drink that looks and tastes like Valentine’s Day should: dazzling, sweet, and slightly floral, with just enough bitterness to keep things in balance.
As soon as you add the blood orange juice, the cocktail is brought to life.
It takes on a newfound vivacity and charm!
Blackberries are a great fruit to use in cocktail recipes.
Plus, they’re soft enough to crush with a muddler for an even more impressively natural flavoring.
This cocktail is bright and zippy, with a tinge of citrus with just the right booze.
It also features a fragrant, soft honey-like background taste from Agave that highlights the bold flavor of crisp, juicy blackberries.
16. Sake Cocktail
This light cocktail is a great introduction to sake for those who have never tried it before because it captures the spirit’s, delicate sweetness.
The zesty citrus and earthy spice from the tequila make for a rich and memorable experience for your taste buds.
With this sipper, I discovered a new spin on the classic Bohemian drink.
That’s the Elderflower foam that goes on top of it!
It doesn’t alter the taste of the cocktail at all, but it imparts a luxurious foamy and velvety texture.
And because of the gin and elderflower, this cocktail is exceptionally harmonious in flavor and soothing, with a prominent citric taste and a clean, botanical finish.
Chamomile is a popular “herbal tea.”
This simple vodka recipe takes that calming, apple-sweet herb into something extraordinary and gives it a little more kick.
Vodka’s underlying notes of spice and musky peat give it depth and help bring out the drink’s other tastes.
It’s pretty awesome for unwinding, and it may be served either warm or cold.
19. French Gimlet
The most impressive drinks are those that manage to be both simple and sophisticated.
And French Gimlet, which only requires three ingredients, fits this bill.
As opposed to a regular gimlet, this one uses elderflower liqueur in place of simple syrup, making this variation on the classic drink special.
Elderflower liqueur smoothes out the dryness and intense herbal aromas of your chosen gin and the sharpness of lime juice.
This satisfying concoction is brimming with the pulpiness of ripe watermelon!
Mixing this thirst quencher with rum creates a pleasantly sugary and cooling base for rum.
No matter what form you consume it in—frozen, fresh, or in a cocktail—watermelon’s goodness cannot be denied.
Whenever I get a taste for sangria, I usually reach for a bottle of red wine, but white wine would be a great change of pace to begin with.
You’ll love the refreshing fruit-filled flavor of this Sangria while munching on the marinated plump strawberry slices— yum!
Gin and cucumber are a powerhouse duo!
Cucumber infusion in this cocktail relies on the crispness of fresh cucumber juice.
To release the cucumber’s flavor into the cocktail, crush the slices with a muddler.
Cucumber’s pure essence ups the drink’s complexity, while Hendricks Gin‘s zippy citrus kick gives each sip a welcome relief.
Drinking a mint julep is like gulping pure cool air.
But non-bourbon drinkers may find this cocktail overpowering, so feel free to add more Elderflower syrup and water to tone down the bourbon.
Also, for an authentic experience, Mint juleps are often served with a mountain of ice ( preferably crushed ) since it effectively chills the drink.
24. The Basil Bliss
Cocktails with herbs?
I’d love that!
Presenting, The Basil Bliss!
The use of basil raises the richness of this tipple with its peppery, anise-like herbal taste and aroma.
What a tasteful and exciting way to relish the bright flavor of fresh basil!
As soon as I tasted the juicy-sweet lychee, I knew it would be the star ingredient in some of the world’s best cocktails.
This drink proves it!
It has spiky red spines on the outside and shiny, meaty white flesh.
With the succulent lychees and luscious Elderflower tonic, this tipple is an absolute pleasure.
The bottom line
Let’s celebrate each and every day with one of these refreshing Elderflower cocktails.
Here’s to a fresh take on the traditional happy hour, friends!
Best Elderflower Cocktails
If you're like me, who gets excited about drinks with unique and floral flavors, you'll adore this list of the 25 best elderflower cocktails.
Ingredients
- Elderflower Peach Bellini
- Holiday Elderflower Prosecco Cocktail
- Strawberry Melon Elderflower Pimms Cup
- Elderflower Gin Cocktail
- Elderflower Collins
- Elderflower With Champagne
- Mojito Elderflower Cocktail
- Raspberry Lemon Elderflower Gin Cocktail
- Grapefruit & Elderflower Keto Mimosas
- Elderflower Old Fashioned
- Elderflower Margarita
- Cranberry Grapefruit Kiss
- Hugo Spritz
- Blood Orange Elderflower Gin Cocktail
- Blackberry Elderflower Cocktail
- Sake Cocktail
- Bohemian Cocktail With Elderflower Foam
- Elderflower Tea Cocktail
- French Gimlet
- Watermelon & Elderflower Cocktail
- White Wine Sangria With Strawberries & Elderflower
- Cucumber Gin & Elderflower Martini
- Elderflower Mint Julep
- The Basil Bliss
- Lychee & Elderflower Gin Tonic
Instructions
- Skim through our Elderflower Cocktails list.
- Select the recipe you’re looking for.
- Prep the ingredients as instructed.
- Spill your thoughts on our Facebook page!