St-Germain is the French elderflower liqueur made from fresh-picked blossoms — a delicate, floral, honeyed liqueur that helped define the modern craft-cocktail era.
Each year the elderflower blossoms are hand-harvested in the French Alps during a short spring window and processed quickly to capture their fresh, fleeting aroma. The result is a liqueur that tastes distinctly of elderflower with layers of pear, lychee, and citrus — floral and aromatic without being heavy or syrupy. At 20% ABV it is light enough to use generously.
Bartenders reach for it as a versatile modifier: a splash lifts sparkling wine or a gin and tonic, and it anchors the St-Germain Spritz and the Elderflower Margarita. Its signature Art Deco bottle is as recognizable on the back bar as the flavor is in the glass.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Fresh elderflower with pear, lychee, and white peach.
Palate: Floral and honeyed — elderflower, pear, and citrus with balanced sweetness.
Finish: Clean and lightly dry with lingering floral notes.
Specs
Style: Elderflower liqueur
Origin: France
Base: Hand-harvested elderflower blossoms
ABV: 20%
Size: 750ml
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does St-Germain taste like? Distinctly of elderflower — floral and honeyed, with pear, lychee, and citrus notes. It is aromatic and lightly sweet rather than heavy or syrupy.
What cocktails use St-Germain? The St-Germain Spritz (with sparkling wine and soda) is the signature serve. It also lifts a gin and tonic, the Elderflower Margarita, and countless craft cocktails as a floral modifier.
Does St-Germain need refrigeration? It does not require refrigeration, though many bartenders keep it chilled for use in spritzes and sparkling drinks. Store it out of direct heat and light.
