11 Elderflower Cocktail Recipes That Are As Delicious As They Are Pretty

Anytime a cocktail arrives with an edible flower on the side, we can hardly contain ourselves. There\u2019s something so special about receiving flowers, even if it's in cocktail form. If you\u2019re one who gets giddy at the thought of a floral-tasting cocktail, then you\u2019re going to love these elderflower drinks, which star elderflower liqueur. Fun fact: Elderberries (from the same plant as elderflowers) have been used\u00a0medicinally to combat common ailments. When paired with alcohol and juice, the possibilities for elderflower are endlessly sweet.\u00a0Scroll for yourself to see what we mean.","caption":"","href":"https://www.brit.co/elderflower-cocktail-recipes/elderflower-slideshow/","src":"https://images.britcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Elderflower-slideshow.jpg","height":1200,"width":2732,"title":"Elderflower Cocktails"},{"alt":"","description":"

Ollallieberry Cocktail:\nGrab your favorite berries to make this irresistible cocktail. Elderflower liqueur and ollallieberries, a blackberry and raspberry hybrid, give the cocktail a sweet-tart balance. The mezcal adds a smokey layer in every sip. (via Honestly Yum)

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Elderflower Gin Cocktail:\nYou\u2019ll be blushing all day long when you taste the elderflower liqueur with hints of peaches, pears, and lemons. Garnish it with thin slices of fruit and a small white flower to enhance the presentation. (via Louise Roe)

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Thyme Elderflower Gimlet:\nIf you\u2019ve got a hankering for something light and refreshing, look no further. This gimlet is made with a thyme simple syrup. (via Freutcake)

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Raspberry Elderflower Martini:\nLemons and raspberries are muddled together, and sparkling wine is poured on top for a lovely blossoming of flavors on your palate. (via Port and Fin)

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Gin, Elderflower, and Summer Fruit Cocktail:\nAs soon as watermelons are back in season, break out this recipe. (via Chew Town)

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Strawberry Elderflower Sparkler:\nThis pinkish-red drink will make your heart skip a beat with the strength from the vodka and sweetness from the fresh strawberries. Prosecco is also poured in, making it even more exciting and bubbly. (via A Beautiful Plate)

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Elderflower Mint Julep:\nCool down with this cocktail made with mint, bourbon, and simple syrup. It\u2019s just what you deserve after a long, hard day. (via The Noshery)

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Blood Orange Elderflower Gin Cocktail:\nJust look at those deep purplish rings surrounded by orange rinds. One ounce of blood orange juice brings this drink alive with irresistible color AND flavor. (via The Little Epicurean)

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Elderflower Spanish Gin and Tonic:\nThe simpler the drink the less room for error. To nail this one, do a 3:1 ratio with the majority of the glass being tonic. (via Craft and Cocktails)

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Elderflower Champagne Cocktail:\nThis flute is in good company with peach liqueur and elderflower liqueur. To increase the sweetness, a cube of sugar slowly disintegrates into the drink. (via Hey Let\u2019s Make Stuff)

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Elderflower Sangria:\nRos\u00e9, mint, and melons dance together in a tall tumbler for this sangria. It comes together in just 10 minutes, but it's worth waiting for the flavors to meld. We know, torture. (via Garnish With Lemon)

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