Elderflower Grapefruit Tonic
Elderflower cordial and fresh grapefruit juice over tonic — bittersweet and floral, a mocktail that pairs brilliantly with food.
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Glassware
Wine glass
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Ingredients
- 1 oz elderflower cordial
- 2 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- Tonic water, to top
- Grapefruit wedge and cucumber slices, to garnish
Instructions
- 1Fill a wine glass with ice.
- 2Add elderflower cordial and grapefruit juice.
- 3Top with tonic water and stir gently.
- 4Garnish with a grapefruit wedge and a few cucumber slices.
Origin & Story
United Kingdom, modern era
St. Germain elderflower liqueur helped establish elderflower as a premium cocktail ingredient, and its pairing with grapefruit — both floral and bittersweet — became a signature combination. The alcohol-free version leans into the bitter citrus, which tonic water amplifies beautifully.
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