Elderflower Margarita
A floral reimagining of the classic margarita that replaces Cointreau with St-Germain. The elderflower adds a delicate sweetness and lychee-like fragrance that transforms a familiar cocktail into something entirely new.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Blanco tequila
- 1 oz St-Germain elderflower liqueur
- 1 oz Fresh lime juice
- 0.3 oz Agave nectar
- lime wheel (garnish) garnish
- edible flower (optional) (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Enjoy with Mexican ceviche or grilled fish tacos with fresh cilantro. The elderflower's floral sweetness complements citrus marinades and seafood while adding an unexpected, luxurious dimension.
Instructions
Run a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks glass and dip half the rim in flaky sea salt
Combine tequila, St-Germain, fresh lime juice, and agave nectar in a shaker
Fill with ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds
Fill the rimmed glass with fresh ice
Strain the cocktail over the ice
Garnish with a lime wheel and an edible flower if available
Tips
The agave nectar is optional since St-Germain provides plenty of sweetness — taste the mix before adding it and adjust to your preference A quality blanco tequila like Espolon or Olmeca Altos lets the elderflower shine without competing For a frozen version, blend all ingredients with a cup of ice until smooth