Elderflower Gin Fizz

The Elderflower Gin Fizz has a floral, citrusy, effervescent, botanical flavor profile. A refined twist on the classic Gin Fizz, featuring the delicate floral sweetness of elderflower liqueur. This effervescent cocktail combines botanical gin with St-Germain and fresh citrus, topped with sparkling water for a light, refreshing finish.

A Elderflower Gin Fizz requires 5 ingredients: London Dry Gin, St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Fresh Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Sparkling water.

A Elderflower Gin Fizz takes about 3 minutes to prepare and is considered easy difficulty.

A Elderflower Gin Fizz is traditionally served in a collins, garnished with Lemon wheel and fresh elderflower sprig.

Yes, you can make a mocktail version of the Elderflower Gin Fizz by substituting the spirits with non-alcoholic alternatives such as seedlip, non-alcoholic distilled spirits, or flavored syrups and juices that mimic the original flavor profile.

The Gin Fizz family dates back to the 1870s, with the original appearing in Jerry Thomas's legendary 1876 bartender's guide. These effervescent cocktails became fixtures of American bar culture, particularly in New Orleans, where the Ramos Gin Fizz achieved legendary status. The Elderflower Gin Fizz represents the modern craft cocktail movement's approach to classic renovation—respecting tradition while embracing new ingredients. St-Germain elderflower liqueur, introduced in 2007, quickly became a bartender favorite for its versatility and distinctive floral character. This variation likely emerged in the late 2000s as mixologists began incorporating St-Germain into classic templates. The elderflower addition transforms the straightforward Gin Fizz into something more nuanced, appealing to contemporary palates that appreciate both botanical complexity and balanced sweetness. Today, it stands as an example of how classic cocktails can evolve without losing their essential character.