Elderflower Gin Fizz
A delicate, effervescent cocktail that combines gin's botanical complexity with the honeyed floral sweetness of elderflower. Part of the low-ABV and sparkling cocktail trends, this fizz is the kind of drink that makes people feel fancy without any pretension. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Gin
- 0.8 oz St-Germain elderflower liqueur
- 0.8 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz Simple syrup
- 3 oz Soda water
- edible flower (garnish) garnish
- lemon twist (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Pair with delicate seafood dishes like pan-seared scallops or smoked salmon tartines to match the cocktail's honeyed floral elegance.
Instructions
Combine gin, St-Germain, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a shaker
Fill with ice and shake briefly
Strain into a highball glass with fresh ice
Top with soda water
Stir once gently
Garnish with an edible flower and lemon twist
Tips
The soda water should be ice cold for maximum fizz retention Reduce the simple syrup to 0.25 oz if using a very sweet elderflower liqueur Add an egg white to the shake for a Silver Elderflower Fizz with gorgeous foam