ELDERFLOWER SPRITZ

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The Elderflower Spritz is EO's version of the St-Germain cocktail invented by Robert Cooper, the creator of St-Germain liqueur. The difference is that we add lemon slices for citrus in the middle. Our recipe was developed as a French version of the Italian Spritz, to offer to guests who dislike the bitterness of Aperol. Its flowery essence is calming and soothing, with a welcome simplicity.

Yield makes 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 ounces Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut champagne
2 ounces St-Germain elderflower liqueur
2 ounces club soda
3 thinly sliced lemon wheels

Steps:

  • Fill a large wine goblet with ice. Carefully pour the champagne over the large cold ice cubes, followed by the St-Germain, and finish with the club soda. Add the lemon wheels and stir slightly.
  • Dominant Flavors: floral with pear and grapefruit
  • Body: light, effervescent
  • Dryness: medium to off-dry
  • Complexity: low
  • Accentuating or Contrasting Flavors: summer fruits like apricot from the champagne against citrus
  • Finish: short, sweet
  • Glass: large wine goblet

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