If you don't have a bottle of St. Germain on your bar cart yet, this is your sign to go get one. These St. Germain cocktails are some of the most beautiful, floral, and refreshing drinks you will ever make at home, and once you start using this elderflower liqueur, you will put it in (almost) everything.
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You'll love these St. Germain Cocktails
They are so easy to make. St. Germain is one of those magical ingredients that instantly elevates a drink without requiring any extra effort. You do not need to be a bartender to make these cocktails look and taste impressive.
The flavor is unlike anything else. St. Germain has this light, sweetly floral taste with hints of pear, citrus, and a touch of honeysuckle. It is genuinely hard to describe until you taste it, but once you do, you will understand why it is a staple at every great bar.
They are perfect for entertaining. Whether you are hosting a dinner party, a brunch, a girls' night, or a holiday gathering, these elderflower cocktails are always a crowd-pleaser. They look fancy, taste incredible, and take minutes to put together.
The Best St. Germain Cocktails
Gin, vodka, tequila, champagne, prosecco, whiskey. St. Germain plays nicely with all of them, which means there is a St. Germain cocktail for every single mood, occasion, and season.
Looking for the perfect refreshing summer drink? This Hugo Spritz recipe is about to become your new favorite cocktail, especially if you're looking for a spritz recipe without Aperol or Campari. It's a delicious balance of floral flavor, subtle sweetness, and that crisp flavor from the bubbly prosecco that comes together for such a delightful cocktail, perfect for hot summer days.
If you are looking for a fun summer fruity cocktail, you have to try this simple lychee martini recipe! It's the perfect balance of flavors to make one delicious cocktail, and not to mention it is SO easy to make!
If you're looking for your new favorite cocktail for the spring or summer, you're going to want to try this elderflower margarita. It's a fun, slightly floral, twist on the classic margarita recipe.
This French blonde cocktail is crisp, light, flavorful, and easy to make! It's a classic cocktail that most recently became popular after being known as Taylor Swift's favorite cocktail.
The Irish Maid is a refreshing Irish Whiskey Cocktail with cucumber, lemon and St. Germain. The perfect St. Patrick's Day cocktail but also anytime you want a light and refreshing whiskey cocktail!
Say cheers with an Elderflower French 75! It's a floral take on the classic champagne cocktail with lemon, gin and St-Germain.
Refreshing with floral flavours, this Mojito Elderflower Cocktail is easy to make and easier to drink! A classic cuban rum cocktail with added St Germain
Refreshing, sweet-tart, and botanical, the Vodka Sour with Elderflower is a sublime cocktail made from just four ingredients. Delicious!
This St. Germain Sangria with Strawberries is the perfect fizzy & refreshing wine cocktail for the summer.
This French gimlet recipe uses just three ingredients for a chic cocktail that takes only 5 minutes to shake up! Gin, St-Germain elderflower liqueur, and fresh lime juice make a fun twist on the classic gimlet.
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What kind of alcohol is St-Germain?
St. Germain is a French elderflower liqueur, which means it is a sweetened alcoholic spirit infused with the flavor of elderflowers. Each bottle of St. Germain contains the blossoms from roughly 1,000 hand-picked flowers harvested every spring. The ABV is 20%, which puts it on the lighter side compared to most spirits like vodka or gin.
Can you drink St-Germain straight?
Yes, you absolutely can! St. Germain is smooth, balanced, and not overpowering on its own, which makes it a great option for sipping neat or over ice.
Are St-Germain and Cointreau the same?
They are not the same, but they do play similar roles in cocktails. Both are sweet liqueurs used to add flavor and sweetness to drinks, and both can sometimes be swapped for one another in a pinch. The big difference is the flavor profile. Cointreau is an orange liqueur, so it brings that bright citrus flavor you know from classic margaritas and cosmos. St. Germain, on the other hand, is all about that light floral elderflower flavor with subtle notes of pear and citrus.
If a recipe calls for Cointreau and you want to sub in St. Germain, just know that the flavor will shift from citrusy to floral.
What to make with these St. Germain cocktails
If you're looking for a sweet and spicy appetizer to pair with these cocktails, you can always make this Red Pepper Jelly Baked Brie. Plus, it comes together in no time, making it perfect for a last-minute get-together. So many of these cocktails are so refreshing and perfect for summer. Here are all my tips and tricks for making the best Summer Charcuterie Board.
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