St-Germain Cocktail (Elderflower Spritz)

St-Germain Cocktail (Elderflower Spritz) image
Serve in
a Collins glass...
2 shot Sauvignon blanc white wine
1½ shot St Germain Elderflower Liqueur BUY
Top up with Soda (club soda)
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How to make:

POUR wine and then elderflower liqueur into ice-filled glass. TOP with soda (or champagne), lightly stir and serve with straws.

Garnish:

Lime slice

Comment:

A long, easy drinking summer cooler.

Variant:

Also try 2 shots champagne, 1½ shots elderflower liqueur topped with soda.

Origin:

Created in 2006 by yours truly (Simon Difford) ahead of the launch of St-Germain elderflower liqueur. It went on to become the brand's signature drink

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