Elderflower Daiquiri Cocktail Recipe

ByJohn

I love coming up with little twists on classic cocktails. The Elderflower Daiquiri blends the refreshing kick of lime with those delicate, almost ethereal floral notes from elderflower liqueur—it’s light, balanced, and honestly, a breeze to mix up at home.

This one’s perfect if you want a cocktail that’s simple but still manages to impress at a party or even just a random Tuesday night.

What I like most is how the elderflower sneaks in a gentle surprise to the usual daiquiri profile. It’s familiar, but with a twist—kind of like running into an old friend who’s picked up a cool new hobby.

And hey, it doesn’t take much time or any fancy skills. If you’re looking for a drink that’s both easy and a little bit special, the Elderflower Daiquiri is absolutely worth a shot.

Elderflower Daiquiri Cocktail Recipe

Elderflower Daiquiri Cocktail Recipe

Elderflower Daiquiri Cocktail Recipe
Here’s how I make an Elderflower Daiquiri. I start by grabbing the right tools and picking out the freshest ingredients I can find.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 oz white rum
  • 0.75 oz elderflower liqueur St-Germain is my go-to
  • 0.75 oz fresh lime juice
  • 0.25 oz simple syrup tweak it to your taste
  • Ice cubes for shaking and serving
  • Lime wheel or edible flowers garnish, totally optional

Instructions

  • Fill your cocktail shaker with a generous scoop of ice.
  • Pour in 2 oz white rum, 0.75 oz elderflower liqueur, 0.75 oz lime juice, and 0.25 oz simple syrup.
  • Pop the lid on and shake it like you mean it for about 10–15 seconds, until everything’s super cold.
  • Strain into a chilled coupe or cocktail glass—use a fine mesh strainer if you want it extra smooth.
  • Garnish with a lime wheel or an edible flower if you’re feeling fancy.
  • Serve right away, while it’s still icy cold.

Notes

I always give my drink a taste before serving, just to make sure the sweet-tart balance is right. Too tart? Splash in a bit more simple syrup. Too sweet? Squeeze in extra lime juice.
If you’re making drinks for a group, just multiply the ingredients, but still shake each serving with ice—it keeps everything crisp. For a little extra aroma, I’ll sometimes squeeze the lime garnish over the drink to release those oils.
Crushed ice chills the drink faster, but heads up, it can water things down a touch. Want to skip the booze? Use elderflower syrup instead of liqueur and leave out the rum. It’s still refreshing.

Tasting Notes

The first thing I notice when I sip an Elderflower Daiquiri is that bright, punchy lime. It’s fresh, tangy, and cuts right through the sweetness of the elderflower liqueur.

The elderflower adds this soft, floral aroma that’s almost like walking past blooming bushes in late spring. There’s a gentle, sweet note, but it never goes overboard or gets syrupy.

Then there’s the rum—just a hint of warmth and a little bite in the background. It gives the drink some backbone, but never steals the show.

Some of the textures I notice:

  • Crisp
  • Clean
  • Slightly silky on the palate

Must Have Ingredients

Substitute

Sometimes I just don’t have elderflower liqueur or fresh lime juice at home. So, I’ll reach for whatever’s close enough to get in the ballpark flavor-wise.

Common Elderflower Substitutes:

  • St-Germain—sure, it’s the classic, but really, any elderflower liqueur will do the trick.
  • Homemade elderflower syrup mixed with a splash of vodka. Not quite the same, but it works in a pinch.
  • Hugo syrup, which is basically a pre-made elderflower syrup you can sometimes spot at the grocery store.

When it comes to lime juice, here’s what I’ll use:

  • Fresh lemon juice for a brighter, tangier kick.
  • Bottled lime juice—not ideal, but sometimes it’s all I’ve got.
  • Citrus syrup if I’m totally out of actual citrus.

Equipment:

Ingredients:

  • White rum (or swap in vodka if you want things lighter)
  • Elderflower liqueur or whatever substitute you grabbed from above
  • Fresh lime or lemon juice
  • Simple syrup
  • Ice

Instructions:

  • Pour your spirit, elderflower stand-in, citrus juice, and simple syrup into a shaker.
  • Toss in a good amount of ice.
  • Shake hard for about 15 seconds. (Or longer if you like it extra cold.)
  • Strain into a chilled glass.
  • Garnish with a lime wheel or maybe an edible flower—totally optional.

Hey there, I’m John Watson—a guy who’s spent over 20 years proving that a good drink can fix just about anything (well, almost anything). Whether it’s cocktails that wow or mocktails that mock boredom, I’m all about crafting sips with stories. Founder of ThirstyTales and full-time drink nerd, I’m here to help you shake things up, one glass at a time. Let’s mix, laugh, and maybe spill a little—cheers to the adventure!

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