: the flower of an elderberry (such as Sambucus nigra) used especially in making wines, liqueurs, and teas
On its own, this 40-proof liqueur, said to be the first made from fresh elderflowers hand-picked in the Alps and macerated in eau de vie, is pretty intense unless it's cut with ice and a splash of soda. Florence Fabricant
… Percy heaved an impressive sigh and took a deep swig of elderflower wine … J. K. Rowling
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Recent Examples on the WebRecently, one at-the-table cocktail included tequila, hibiscus syrup, raspberry liqueur, Chambord, elderflower and lemon juice. Stefene Russell, The Salt Lake Tribune, 2 Sep. 2022 And don't miss chef patissière Naraé Kim's crunchy, creamy, cool white peach Bellini and elderflower dessert, which will blow you away. Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 12 Aug. 2022 This expression is the fifth of the Lock Stock & Barrel series from The Cooper Spirits Co., founded by the late Robert Cooper who introduced bartender favorite St-Germain elderflower liqueur to the world. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 4 Aug. 2022 The former displays beautiful lemon zest and elderflower aromas, excellent concentration and distinct minerality in the finish; enjoy over the next 5-7 years. Tom Hyland, Forbes, 18 July 2022 Garlic mustard and chickweed at the start of spring, elderflower and nettle in the season; serviceberries, mulberries and mugwort in summer; and pawpaws, persimmons and crab apples in fall.Washington Post, 21 Apr. 2022 For a summery meal of seasonal dishes, look for local market fish and Somerset strawberries with elderflower ice and meringue.New York Times, 15 July 2022 The Londoner Hotel’s flagship restaurant Whitcomb’s has an elegant new summer terrace created with elderflower liqueur St-Germain. Nicole Trilivas, Forbes, 4 July 2022 New Fashion made with Iwai Japanese Whisky, elderflower and ginger liqueur. Robin Soslow, Chron, 19 June 2022 See More