Absinthe Elderflower Sour

Cocktail Recipe
Absinthe Elderflower Sour
Glass: Coupe Difficulty: Medium Prep: 5 min Garnish: Lemon twist Views: 1

Description

A refreshing cocktail that combines the unique herbal notes of absinthe with the floral sweetness of elderflower, balanced by the tartness of lemon juice.

History

The Absinthe Elderflower Sour is a modern twist on the classic sour cocktail, embracing the herbal complexity of absinthe and the delicate, aromatic flavors of elderflower liqueur.

Instructions

Step 1.
- Chill a coupe glass by filling it with ice water.
Step 2.
- In a shaker, combine absinthe, elderflower liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup.
Step 3.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until well chilled.
Step 4.
- Empty the chilled coupe glass from ice water.
Step 5.
- Strain the cocktail mixture into the chilled coupe glass.
Step 6.
- Garnish with a lemon twist on the rim. Serve immediately.

Ingredients

1.5 oz Absinthe
0.5 oz Elderflower liqueur
0.75 oz Fresh lemon juice
0.5 oz Simple syrup (optional)
1 Lemon twist (garnish)

Quick Info

Views: 1
Created: 2026-01-10 18:22:41
Updated: 2026-01-11 22:11:25

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