As you walk down the specialty liqueur aisle at your local liquor store, you glance across the various bougie bottles and land on St Germain. You pick up the bottle and look it up and down, maybe you’ve seen this liqueur online, or maybe you saw it in your mother-in-law’s liquor cabinet. But what can you do with this up-and-coming liqueur?
St Germain has quickly gained popularity as a light, refreshing and botanical elderflower liqueur. As a French liqueur made from the finest elderflowers, this liqueur makes any wine, champagne, vodka, or gin cocktail dangerously drinkable.
It is worth a second glance as its flavor comes from the elderflower which is picked only once per year at its peak freshness.
St. Germain Fast Facts
- Flavor: Sweet and floral with notes of citrus
- Strength:40 proof or 20% ABV
- Cost:$20-$30
Tips and Tricks
Now that your brain is spinning with the potential for all of these light, refreshing St Germain cocktails, it’s time to get mixing! Before you break out the shaker,follow these easy tips.
- If a recipe calls for fresh ingredients, use them for more authentic flavors.
- If you want a cold drink, chill your glass in the fridge or freezer.
- Use a lot of ice when shaking so that your drink is cold and refreshing.
- Buy higher quality liquors and liqueurs, they typically have much better taste and flavor.
- Always taste-test before serving to make sure your proportions are correct.
The pear cosmo is the perfect refreshing summer drink for enjoying on your patio. Made from pear vodka, St Germain, pear juice, cranberry juice, and lime, this fruity cocktail is the ideal addition to any summer night. The pear vodka and juice bring out the subtle pear notes already present in the liquor. Garnish with a lemon wheel. If any St Germain vodka cocktail is going to be a hit at your next bridal shower, Sunday brunch, or girl's night, it's going to be this French pear martini. To really impress your friends, you should slice up some fresh pears and lemons to place in the glass and on the rim. It is sweet, fruity, and complex. Isn't the clear color just gorgeous too? The Charleston fizz delivers a unique spin on a fruity cocktail by using grapefruit juice as its base. Although you can sweeten this drink by adding a bit of simple sugar, you might be better off embracing the grapefruit's tartness and the tarragon's unique flavor. It is perfect for Brunch with the girls. You have to make this Phoenix cocktail for one of the most unique summer cocktails that will have your guests talking all night long. Not only does this drink actually change color as you make it, but the tangy, fruity flavor perfectly pairs perfectly with the botanicals of St Germain liqueur. Everyone will oooh and ahh as the flame burns. This is a party trick you need to keep in your back pocket. The Crimson Crush is a festive cocktail that will liven up any party or family get-together. Served on a bed of crushed ice and sweet pomegranate seeds, this drink is deliciously fruity and refreshing. Its bright red color makes it perfect for Christmas and Valentine's Day. If you are looking for the perfect drink to serve at your New Year's Eve party, look no further! Not only is this drink a fun, shimmering gold, but the combination of the elderflower liqueur and champagne is super light and goes down all too easily. This fizzy drink is also the perfect drink to hold for your Instagram selfie. Simply mixing together St Germain and champagne creates the most refreshing beverage. It doesn't matter if you prefer a brut or a prosecco; you can choose your favorite bubbly to mix with elderflower liqueur. It is gorgeous and easy, yet feels sophisticated. Named after the Red Queen in Alice in Wonderland, the Red Queen Cocktail is every bit as regal as it sounds. Gin and St Germain pair perfectly together due to the fresh botanicals. Add a bit of cranberry juice for what is bound to be your new favorite summer drink. It is tart, unique, and a wonderful cocktail for any occassion. Garnish with fresh cranberries. Bourbon and St Germain may not be the first pairing you'd think of for making cocktails, but we promise this one is a true winner. The fresh thyme, tart lemon, and floral botanicals of the elderflower liqueur make this a smooth and tasty fall cocktail. Plus you know anything with brown sugar is going to be a winner. Try it for poker night! Tart grapefruit juice, lemon, gin and St. Germain elderflower liqueur come together to make one of the most refreshing summer cocktails around. The pink grapefruit Vieux Mot is the perfect pink drink for your next Sunday brunch or pool party. Its color also makes it perfect for Bachelorette parties or baby showers. This is a great option for those who complain fruity cocktails are "too" sweet. Garnish with a bit of grapefruit peel. No one ever said you couldn't put beer in your cocktails, and the Elvis cocktail does it perfectly. As one of the most refreshing drinks around, the Elvis cocktail takes hoppy and citrusy to the next level. Raise up a glass of this on his birthday to toast The King. Drinking the blackberry St Germain gin smash is like taking a sip of summer. Made from fresh blackberries that you smash yourself, this fruity sweet drink will be the perfect addition to your next summer movie night or beach day. There is also nothing like the gorgeous all-natural color blackberries provide. Perfect for picnics and patriotic holidays like the 4th of July. Unlike the cocktails we have listed so far, this elderflower creation takes the form of a jello shot. You can make these boozy bites in a sheet pan, small cup, or use a flower mold to match the floral taste. Serve in individual containers from the dollar store so you don't have any dishes to do. The Violet and St Germain Spritz tastes exactly like you'd expect a flower cocktail to taste. Made by combining delicate elderflower liqueur and refreshing creme de violette, this drink is the perfect spring cocktail to enjoy as you watch the flowers bloom. Can we just talk about its color?! Stunning! For the perfect holiday or Valentine's Day party, this raspberry holiday sparkler will not disappoint. Crafted with raspberry vodka, elderberry liqueur, and your favorite bubbly, this drink will make it so that you keep St Germain in your liqueur cabinet year-round. Garnish with fresh berries. If you're looking for a cocktail that has depth yet is still refreshing, the plum bourbon cooler is the drink for you. Perfect for transitioning from summer to fall, your neighbors will love this drink at your next block party. Garnish with a fresh slice of plum. The light florals of St Germain pair perfectly with the sweet, tangy flavors of pineapple juice and ginger ale, which is why this St Germain pineapple juice cocktail will quickly become your new favorite. For an even more refreshing flavor, try crushing up mint leaves like you're making a mojito. This champagne cocktail mixed with St Germain is not only light and sweet, but you can customize it to your liking. If you're looking for a tasty summer cocktail, try using blackberries, strawberries, peach, or blueberries instead of raspberries. Add a scoop of sherbet for a frothy top. For a light and refreshing cocktail, this elderflower fizz with fresh lemon juice and raspberry-thyme simple syrup is the way to go. Make this drink for your next Sunday brunch or day at the pool. Herbal, and fruity it is a complex flavor that will leave your guests talking. Garnish with fresh raspberries. For a light and bright beverage that will have the party going all night long, we present to you the St Germain margarita. When the refreshing florals of the elderflower liqueur meet the sassiness of your favorite tequila, your taste buds will explode.20 Light and Refreshing St. Germain Cocktails
St. Germain Cocktails
Ingredients
Instructions
I haven’t tried St. Germain before, but would love to try it in the blackberry drink as blackberries are my favorite! And the little flower jello shots are adorable, too.