Kiwi Elderflower Collins Cocktail Recipe

ByJohn

Refresh your summer drinks menu with this elegant twist on a classic Collins cocktail. The unique blend of elderflower and kiwi creates a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors that will impress guests at any gathering.

This easy-to-make cocktail combines fresh kiwi, elderflower liqueur, gin, and club soda. It takes just 5 minutes to prepare. The vibrant green color and fresh garnishes make it an eye-catching addition to any party.

The recipe works well for both casual backyard parties and fancy dinner events. The mix of fresh fruit and floral notes offers a modern take on the traditional Tom Collins, while keeping the familiar fizzy texture that makes Collins cocktails so popular.

Kiwi Elderflower Collins Cocktail Recipe

Kiwi Elderflower Collins Cocktail Recipe

Kiwi Elderflower Collins Cocktail Recipe
This fresh and floral cocktail mixes sweet kiwi, elderflower liqueur, and gin for a bright spring drink.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

Notes

The drink works best with ripe kiwis that are soft but not mushy.
Store-bought simple syrup works fine, or make your own by mixing equal parts sugar and hot water until dissolved.
If the drink tastes too sweet, add an extra 1/4 oz of lemon juice.
The cocktail can be made non-alcoholic by replacing gin with cucumber-flavored sparkling water and elderflower liqueur with elderflower syrup

Tasting Notes

The Kiwi Elderflower Collins has a bright, crisp flavor profile that balances sweet and tart notes. Fresh kiwi brings a tropical sweetness with hints of strawberry and pineapple.

Elderflower liqueur adds floral notes and a gentle sweetness that complements the kiwi perfectly. The gin base provides subtle juniper and botanical flavors.

Fresh lemon juice creates a pleasant tartness while club soda adds refreshing bubbles. The drink has a light, pale green color with tiny suspended kiwi pulp.

Key Flavor Notes:

  • Sweet tropical kiwi
  • Floral elderflower
  • Citrus brightness
  • Light juniper
  • Clean, bubbly finish

The texture is smooth yet effervescent. Each sip starts with sweet fruit notes and ends with a clean, crisp finish. The flavors work together without any single ingredient overpowering the others.

Food pairings that match well:

  • Light seafood dishes
  • Fresh fruit desserts
  • Soft cheeses
  • Summer salads

Must Have Ingredients

Substitute

You can make this drink without kiwi or elderflower if needed. The kiwi can be swapped with green grapes, green apple, or cucumber. Each option will keep the drink’s fresh, green taste.

For elderflower liqueur (St. Germain), try these replacements:

The Collins part needs gin, but vodka works too. You can also replace the gin with plain soda water or tonic water for a non-alcoholic version.

The lime juice is key for balance. If needed, lemon juice makes a good stand-in, though the taste will be a bit different.

Pro tip: When using substitutes, start with less than the recipe calls for. Add more to taste after mixing.

For garnish, skip the kiwi slice and use:

  • Cucumber ribbon
  • Apple slice
  • Green grape
  • Mint sprig
  • Edible flower

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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