A refreshing and vibrant cocktail that combines the floral notes of elderflower with the tartness of blood orange, topped with sparkling wine for a celebratory touch.
History
This cocktail marries floral and citrus elements, inspired by modern trends in mixology that highlight unique flavors and presentation.
Instructions
Step 1.
- Chill a flute glass.
Step 2.
- In a shaker, combine 1.5 oz of elderflower liqueur with the juice of half a blood orange (about 1 oz).
Step 3.
- Add ice and shake well until chilled.
Step 4.
- Strain the mixture into the chilled flute glass.
Step 5.
- Top with 3 oz of sparkling wine.
Step 6.
- Garnish with a wheel of blood orange on the rim.
Ingredients
1.5 oz Elderflower liqueur — none
1 oz Blood Orange Juice — freshly squeezed
3 oz Sparkling wine — chilled
1 slice Blood orange — wheel for garnish (garnish)