Elderflower cordial — mixer used in cocktails

Quick Facts

Type Mixer
ABV 0.00%
Alcoholic No
Used in 4 cocktails
Calories/100ml 200.00 kcal

Elderflower cordial

Elderflower cordial is a soft drink made largely from a refined sugar and water solution and uses the flowers of the European elderberry. Historically the cordial has been popular in North Western Europe where it has a strong Victorian heritage.

Flavor Profile

Delicate floral nose with lychee, pear, and honeysuckle sweetness. Palate is gently sweet with elderflower perfume and citrus brightness. Light, aromatic finish with lingering floral notes.

Sweet
8/10
Sour
1/10

Common Substitutes

St. Germain Blackcurrant cordial Sirup of roses
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All cocktails with Elderflower cordial → Substitution guide

Cocktails using Elderflower cordial

Elderflower Caipirinha cocktail in a collins glass — made with Cachaca, Lime, and Elderflower cordial

Elderflower Caipirinha

Cocktail

 Lemon Elderflower Spritzer cocktail in a highball glass — made with Elderflower cordial, Vodka, and Soda Water

Lemon Elderflower Spritzer

Cocktail

 Pink Moon cocktail in a whiskey glass — made with Gin, Coconut Liqueur, and Elderflower cordial

Pink Moon

Cocktail

 The Laverstoke cocktail in a balloon glass — made with Gin, Elderflower cordial, and Rosso Vermouth

The Laverstoke

Cocktail