
Robert J. Cooper introduced St-Germain—the sweet, elderflower liqueur—in 2007 and it quickly became known as “bartender’s ketchup,” because it was so widely used and loved. This cocktail, the Gin Blossom, is a super-simple drink that highlights the flavor of St. Germain without being too sweet.
NOTE: I use Hendrick’s Gin for this because of its floral notes, but any quality gin will do. here is the cocktail recipe, print the recipe card below.
Ingredients:
- 2 ounces Hendrick’s Gin
- 1 ounce St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur
- 1 dash Angostura Bitters
How to Make It:
Add the gin, St-Germain and bitters to a mixing glass with ice. Stir and strain into a coupe glass.

The Gin Blossom Mixology Cocktail Recipe
Ingredients
Method
- Add the gin, St-Germain and bitters to a mixing glass with ice. Stir and strain into a coupe glass.

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