St. Germain Margarita (2024)

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This St. Germain Margarita can be made with just three ingredients – tequila, elderflower liqueur and lime juice. You’ll love having this Elderflower Margarita recipe in your arsenal.

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St. Germain Margarita

Ingredients

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When I’m at home, there’s one cocktail that I make over and over again – the Negroni. The main reason? It’s super simple to make with equal portions of three ingredients. One part campari, one part gin, and one part sweet vermouth.

Super simple.

And there’s one cocktail recipe that I simply cannot master – the Martini. I don’t know why I find it so difficult, but I do know what I did wrong last time…

Rick likes his martinis slightly dirty. He also likes them with blue cheese olives. So, last Valentine’s Day, I went all out. I went to the store, purchased some filet mignons (that I love to cook sous vide) and also grabbed all the ingredients for those martinis.

I added some vodka, just a teensy bit of dry vermouth, and a splash of the (blue cheese) olive brine to a cocktail shaker. I was sure to get the glasses extra chilled, and I shook it up really well. And then I poured.

Evidentially when you add blue cheese olive brine to a martini, and you shake it up really well, you end up with something that basically looks like a glass of milk. And tastes really, really nasty.

So friends, please save me. I need all your martini making tips in the comments below. Please. Please!

But martinis aside, I’m here to redeem myself with this St. Germain Margarita recipe.

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Ingredients needed

  • Tequila
  • Elderflower Liqueur (St-Germain Liqueur)
  • Lime Juice

I love this St Germain cocktail recipe because it’s super simple, just like a negroni. You only need three ingredients, and they’re basically in equal proportions. Actually, if you like your margaritas super tart, you can definitely make this recipe using equal proportions of tequila, elderflower liqueur and lime juice, but in the final recipe, I decided to tone down the lime juice just a bit.

How to make it

  • Place tequila, elderflower liqueur and lime juice in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  • Shake for 30 seconds.
  • Pour into ice filled glasses (with salt rims, if desired).
  • Garnish with a lime wedge.
  • Enjoy!

What does elderflower taste like?

  • Elderflowers are delicate white flower. They do have a floral note, but it’s not quite so defined as lavender or rose. It has a bit of a fruity note to it, like a white peach or lychee.
  • Elderflower liqueur is sweet, which means that you don’t need to add any additional sugar to these margaritas.
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St. Germain Margarita

Elderflower Margaritas can be made with just three ingredients – tequila, elderflower liqueur and lime juice. They're a delicious St. Germain cocktail that you'll love having in your arsenal.

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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

Servings: 1 cocktail

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Ingredients

  • 2 ounces tequila
  • 2 ounces elderflower liqueur
  • 1 1/2 ounces lime juice

Instructions

  • Place tequila, elderflower liqueur and lime juice in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake for 30 seconds. Pour into ice filled glasses (with salted rims, if desired).

Notes

If you’d prefer a more tart margarita, use equal parts tequila, elderflower liqueur and lime juice.

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Equipment

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Nutrition

Calories: 348kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 50mg | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin C: 13mg

This post was originally published in 2020. It was updated in 2023 to add new information. The elderflower margarita recipe remains the same. Enjoy!

St. Germain Margarita (2024)

FAQs

Can you put St-Germain in a margarita? ›

The St‑Germain Margarita, also known as the St. Rita, is our special take on this world favorite Tequila cocktail - the Margarita. The addition of St‑Germain makes it even more refreshing and delicious.

Is St-Germain similar to Triple Sec? ›

St-Germain is a floral and fruity liqueur that can add a unique and elegant twist to your cocktails as an alternative to triple sec. Made from elderflowers, it has a delicate yet complex flavor profile that pairs well with gin, vodka, and even tequila.

What kind of liquor is in St-Germain? ›

St‑Germain is a French liqueur made with fresh elderflowers, hand-picked once a year in the late spring. To accomplish its exquisitely natural flavor, every bottle of St‑Germain contains up to 1,000 of the very best elderflower blossoms, resulting in a finely crafted, perfectly balanced and refined liqueur.

Is St-Germain sweet or dry? ›

St. Germain is a sweet liqueur that's flavored with elderflower, a flower that is used to make cordials, wine, and nonalcoholic drinks.

What can you mix with St-Germain? ›

St. Germain is an elderflower liqueur that makes it easy to add a sweet, floral taste to cocktails. This versatile spirit mixes well with everything from Champagne and white wine to gin, vodka, and whiskey.

Can you drink St-Germain by itself? ›

At 20% ABV, St-Germain can be sipped on its own, ideally chilled, as an aperitif. It can also be enjoyed in the St-Germain Cocktail, sometimes called the St-Germain Spritz, which simply tops the liqueur with dry white wine or Champagne, club soda, and a lemon twist.

Do people drink St-Germain straight? ›

You can enjoy St Germain straight or over ice.

Why is St. Germain so popular? ›

Bartenders love our elderflower liqueur for its versatility and its ability to elevate any cocktail whether it's a Gin & Tonic, Margarita, or even an Old Fashioned.

Does St. Germain have a lot of sugar? ›

St-Germain is considered a cordial, which is a sweetened distilled spirit that's typically high in sugar. With 20% alcohol by volume (ABV), St-Germain also contains notes of pear, citrus and tropical fruits, according to the company.

How long does St Germain last once opened? ›

How long does St‑Germain last? As a natural liqueur made with fresh flowers, the color may slowly change over time due to natural oxidation (caused by light and air). We recommend that you consume St~Germain liqueur within 6 months after opening, and keep your bottle in a dry, cool space and away from bright light.

Is St Germain fattening? ›

Germain St. Germain Elderflower Liquor (1 serving) contains 0g total carbs, 0g net carbs, 0g fat, 0g protein, and 103 calories.

What is equivalent to St Germain? ›

St. Germain is an elderflower liqueur. There are a number of others on the market, including the Pür Blossom Elderflower liqueur, Cote Jolie, Bitter Truth, and more.

Which tequila to use for margaritas? ›

Blanco/Silver Tequila: The Clear Choice

For anyone seeking the quintessential Margarita experience, look no further than blanco or silver tequila. Unaged and undistilled, blanco tequila has a crisp, clean flavor profile with notes of agave and a subtle hint of sweetness.

What alcohol goes into margarita? ›

Tequila and triple sec combine in this fabulous margarita cocktail recipe, mixed with lime juice.

How do you enhance a margarita? ›

Juice, such as grapefruit juice, can also freshen up your drink. A splash of fruit juice can also add some more flavor to your margaritas. Grapefruit juice will give a tart, slightly sour flavor, while pineapple juice creates a more tropical-tasting drink.

Can you substitute tequila for vodka in a margarita? ›

But did you know you can swap out the tequila for vodka for a lighter tasting option that lets the other ingredients cut through the mix? Often called a vodkarita or a vodka margarita, these riffs on the classic Mexican cocktail are unexpected pours for your next cocktail party.

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