I love making drinks that are simple, refreshing, and honestly, just fit any occasion. This Elderflower and Peach Fizz Cocktail brings together sweet peaches, floral elderflower, and sparkling bubbles for a light drink that’s easy to mix at home.
It’s an ideal choice for a summer afternoon, brunch, or just when you want something a little different at a party.
Fresh flavors are always a win in my book, especially when the prep is quick. With just a handful of ingredients and some basic tools, you can whip up this elegant drink without much fuss.
If you want a quick and impressive cocktail, this one’s definitely worth a try.
Elderflower And Peach Fizz Cocktail Recipe
Equipment
- Knife and cutting board
- Citrus juicer (optional)
Ingredients
- 2 oz peach nectar or juice
- 1½ oz elderflower liqueur like St-Germain
- 1 oz vodka
- ½ oz freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 peach slices fresh or canned
- Sparkling water or club soda to top
- Ice cubes
- Mint sprig or extra peach slice for garnish optional
Instructions
- Add the peach slices and lime juice to a shaker.
- Muddle well until the peaches break down.
- Pour in the vodka, elderflower liqueur, and peach nectar.
- Shake hard for about 15 seconds.
- Strain the liquid into a tall glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top with sparkling water or club soda.
- Stir gently with a bar spoon.
- Garnish with a mint sprig or a peach slice if you’re feeling fancy.
Notes
Tasting Notes
When I take that first sip, the Elderflower and Peach Fizz Cocktail just has this light, floral aroma. The elderflower really stands out with a gentle sweetness.
The peach is soft and fruity, pairing so nicely with the elderflower. It’s balanced—not too strong, not too sweet.
Here’s how the flavor hits me:
- Initial Taste: Subtle elderflower, then peach comes in
- Mid-Palate: Mild sweetness, floral notes hanging around
- Finish: Crisp and refreshing, thanks to all that fizz
The cocktail’s a pale, slightly golden color. Tiny bubbles rise up, making it look lively and fresh—almost too pretty to drink.
This drink’s easy to love, even if you’re not really a cocktail person. I think the fizziness lifts the flavors and keeps everything gentle and pleasant.
The drink feels cool and never heavy. If you want to dress it up, try serving with a peach slice or a sprig of mint—just for that little extra.
Substitute
Sometimes I just don’t have all the ingredients or tools for this cocktail.
Here are a few easy swaps I’ve tried:
Equipment substitutes:
- If I can’t find my cocktail shaker, a mason jar with a lid gets the job done.
- No muddler? The back of a spoon is honestly fine.
Ingredient substitutes:
- Elderflower liqueur: Occasionally I use elderflower syrup with a splash of vodka. Is it the same? Not exactly, but it works.
- Peach nectar: When I’m out, I’ll blend up fresh peaches or just grab some peach juice.
- Sparkling water: Club soda or even tonic water can stand in here.
- Lemon juice: Bottled lemon juice is okay if I don’t have fresh lemons around.
Instructions adjustments:

