Briottet Elderflower

Briottet Elderflower is a French liqueur made by the Edmond Briottet distillery, which involves macerating fresh elderflowers in neutral alcohol. It captures the sweet, slightly musky, and highly aromatic flavor of the elderflower plant. It is a staple ingredient in modern cocktail bars due to its bright, summery profile.

While both are elderflower liqueurs, St-Germain is produced in France using a slightly sweeter, more pear-like flavor profile, while Briottet Elderflower is generally considered to have a more direct, authentic floral taste. Briottet is also typically lower in sugar, making it a favorite among bartenders for crafting dry, crisp cocktails. Furthermore, Briottet has been producing fruit liqueurs in Dijon since the 19th century.

This liqueur is produced in the city of Dijon, France, by the Edmond Briottet distillery. The family-owned company was established in 1885, originally focusing on crafting cassis (blackcurrant liqueur) for the local market. They have since expanded their portfolio to include over 60 different fruit and plant liqueurs.

Briottet Elderflower is incredibly versatile and mixes brilliantly with white spirits like gin, vodka, and white rum. It is famously paired with sparkling wine and soda water to create a refreshing Elderflower Spritz. It can also be shaken with lemon juice and gin for a floral twist on a classic gin sour.