FAQs
St. Germain is an elderflower liqueur that makes it easy to add a sweet, floral taste to co*cktails. This versatile spirit mixes well with everything from Champagne and white wine to gin, vodka, and whiskey.
What mixes well with elderflower liqueur? ›
Elderflower liqueurs are delicately flavoured, aromatic and floral; they mix brilliantly with pretty much every spirit, both white and brown, even combining well with the strong flavours of mezcal, peated whisky and pisco. Elderflower tends to mix better with light-coloured fruits such as pear, apple and white grapes.
What is St Germain elderflower liqueur used for? ›
St‑Germain works well in a variety of co*cktails, including the classic St‑Germain Spritz. Bartenders love our elderflower liqueur for its versatility and its ability to elevate any co*cktail whether it's a Gin & Tonic, Margarita, or even an Old Fashioned.
Can you drink St Germain liqueur straight? ›
You can enjoy St Germain straight or over ice.
Do you need to refrigerate St-Germain liqueur? ›
As a natural liqueur made with fresh flowers, the color may slowly change over time due to natural oxidation (caused by light and air). We recommend that you consume St~Germain liqueur within 6 months after opening, and keep your bottle in a dry, cool space and away from bright light. Is St‑Germain Gluten Free? Oui!
Can you drink St-Germain by itself? ›
At 20% ABV, St-Germain can be sipped on its own, ideally chilled, as an aperitif. It can also be enjoyed in the St-Germain co*cktail, sometimes called the St-Germain Spritz, which simply tops the liqueur with dry white wine or Champagne, club soda, and a lemon twist.
What compliments elderflower? ›
The lightly sweet nuances of elderflower blend well with many other natural fruit flavors and botanicals, including honey, pear, blackberry, strawberry, grapefruit, orange, lime, passionfruit, ginger, and even herbal flavors like rosemary, basil, and lemongrass.
What are the side effects of elderflower liqueur? ›
Elderflower is POSSIBLY UNSAFE when used in excessive amounts. Some parts of the elder tree contain a cyanide-producing chemical which can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Can you mix St-Germain with rum? ›
Pour St‑Germain, white rum, freshly squeezed lime juice, sugar and mint into a highball glass. Add crushed ice and churn well. Add more crushed ice and top with a splash of soda water.
Is St-Germain sweet or dry? ›
St. Germain is a sweet liqueur that's flavored with elderflower, a flower that is used to make cordials, wine, and nonalcoholic drinks.
St-Germain is considered a cordial, which is a sweetened distilled spirit that's typically high in sugar. With 20% alcohol by volume (ABV), St-Germain also contains notes of pear, citrus and tropical fruits, according to the company.
Can you substitute St-Germain for Triple Sec? ›
St-Germain is a floral and fruity liqueur that can add a unique and elegant twist to your co*cktails as an alternative to triple sec. Made from elderflowers, it has a delicate yet complex flavor profile that pairs well with gin, vodka, and even tequila.
Does St. Germain freeze? ›
Get this, you can even freeze it and use it to layer a shot. The newbies in the co*cktail world 9–10 will start out mixing co*cktails with St. Germain. Is it the catchy packaging and story, or just the sweet lovable liqueur?
Do vodka and St-Germain go together? ›
Pour the St‑Germain, vodka, freshly squeezed lemon juice and sugar syrup into a co*cktail shaker. Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously until the drink is nicely chilled. Fine strain the drink into a chilled coupette glass.
Is St-Germain a type of gin? ›
St-Germain is an elderflower liqueur.
What martini has St-Germain in it? ›
Our Famous Coco Chanel Martini: Coconut Ciroc Vodka & St Germain shaken together to make the perfect Femme Martini!