St. Germain Gin and Tonic Cocktail
If you’re a fan of gin and tonics, shake things up by adding a splash of elderflower liqueur and savor every sip of your St. Germain Gin and Tonic Cocktail! I served these on the 4th of July and they were a HUGE hit!
A St. Germain Cocktail may be new to you, but if you love a good Gin and Tonic Recipe, I bet you’ll love this tasty twist on a classic.
Why You Must Make
- The simple addition of St. Germain liqueur transforms a run-of-the-mill gin and tonic into a memorable cocktail. Made with fresh, hand-picked elderflower blossoms, it’s an artisan French liqueur sold in a stunning art deco bottle.
- It received rave reviews when I served these to my book club. I had to show them all my bottle of St. Germain!
- It’s the perfect summer cocktail, but delicious to sip on all year long.
Expert Tips
If you like the classic gin and tonic, try this twist and you may never go back!! Here are a few tips for making this easy cocktail.
- PRO-Tip: I made this cocktail with a 1:2 ratio of gin to tonic. If you prefer, you can use a 1:1 ratio.
- I like my gin and tonics with lime, but you can also use lemon or even orange in place of the lime.
- Serve this cocktail “on the rocks,” meaning fill the glass with ice, then pour over the gin, St. Germain, and tonic water. A squeeze of lime is added before the ice.
- Use your favorite gin. I used Bombay Sapphire as it was one of my dad’s favorites. Inexpensive gin doesn’t belong in this cocktail!
How to Make
- Use a Highball or Rocks Glass
- Fill the Glass with Ice
- Squeeze 1-2 lime wedges into the drink
- Add the gin, tonic and if using, St. Germain.
- Stir, garnish with a slice of lime, twist of lime, or sprig of basil.
- Enjoy!!!
Frequently Asked Questions
St. Germain is a French-made 40-proof liqueur made from elderberry blossoms, small, white star-shaped flowers that are harvested only 3 weeks of the year. More popular in Europe, St. Germain has gained fans in the US over the past few years. Sweet and floral, it’s a lovely compliment to both the gin and lime in a gin and tonic. Plus it turns a commonplace cocktail into something extraordinary!
Since it’s 40-proof and considered hard alcohol, there’s no need to keep an opened bottle in the refrigerator. I like keeping it chilled for a party to ensure the mixed cocktails are nice and cold!
Just add the St. Germain to your glass along with the gin. To differentiate it from an ordinary Gin and Tonic, try serving it with a sprig of fresh basil.
You May Also Like
- St Germain Margarita from Well Plated — Up your margarita game with this elderflower blossom liqueur
- Blood Orange Mimosa with St Germain from A Farmgirl’s Dabbles — the gorgeous color is a bonus!
- Lillet French Aperitif
- Pear Cosmopolitans
- French 75
- Classic Kir Royale.
- Plus, don’t forget to check out all my Classic Cocktail Recipes
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St. Germain Gin and Tonic Cocktail
A spectacular twist on the classic gin and tonic with a splash of St. Germain liqueur.
Ingredients
- 1 wedge of lime (or lemon)
- 1 1/2 ounces gin
- 1 ounce St. Germain (elderflower liqueur)
- 3 ounces tonic water
- 1 slice or a few thin lime wedges, a lime twist or a sprig of fresh basil to garnish, optional
Instructions
- Squeeze the lime wedge into a "rocks" glass (short, wide glass). Fill the glass with ice.
- Add gin and St. Germain, and stir.
- Add tonic water and stir.
- Garnish with a slice of lime or add 2 or three lime wedges or a lime twist to the glass. It may also be garnished with a sprig of basil. Cheers!
Notes
I made this cocktail with a 1:2 ratio of gin to tonic. If you prefer, you can use a 1:1 ratio.
I like my gin and tonics with lime, but you can also use lemon or even orange in place of the lime.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 168Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 14mgCarbohydrates: 22gFiber: 4gSugar: 10gProtein: 1g
34 Comments on “St. Germain Gin and Tonic Cocktail”
St. Germain drinks never disappoint and this one is no exception. So easy to make yet SOOOO good.
I loved it! Taste really good and refreshing!
I love to make these when I have cocktail parties!
Love this recipe. I like to muddle a little fresh mint in the glass and add a splash of grapefruit juice. Sometimes substitute with a nice vodka…all else remains as in your recipe. My only problem is I love elderflower liquor a bit too much so I’ve started used Drilaud Elderfower liquor to save money. It’ts really delicious.
I love this Liz and will definitely try it this week. I’d love to know where you saw the recipe for the Elderflower Sangria. I’d love to make that too!
Sorry, Vicki, that link must have been broken, but I’ve added it back. Here is the elderflower sangria—> https://www.garnishwithlemon.com/elderflower-sangria-recipe/ (https://www.garnishwithlemon.com/elderflower-sangria-recipe/)
that looks so refreshing I think I will make one for the 4th of July party!
I love gin and tonic…this is speaking to my happy side 🙂 Thank you for sharing this recipe, I am making this Friday for happy hour!
Thick cocktail sounds so refreshing – perfect for summer!
Been a Long time since I last made cocktails at home. Cool drink, Liz! xoxo
The G&T has become one of my go-to drinks. Definitely trying your version soon – I have a bottle of St Germain that I’ve been experimenting with, but have yet to find a recipe that I love with it. I’m betting this will be it. 🙂
I’m a big fan of G&Ts and I love this variation.
I love how cool and refreshing this looks! I am looking forward to making your recipe. I haven’t used Elderflower liqueur yet, and I am very intrigued!
I never tried St. Germain. This drink will remedy that!
This French cocktail sounds so wonderful and festive. This would be perfect for a summer treat.
I am glad Elderberry liquor is available here in the US , it’s such a tasty drink. I will make your pear cosmopolitan for my next book club meeting.
I absolutely LOVE this idea. So simple and refreshing and it’s a great way to cut through the insipid sweetness of St. Germaine with the bitter bite of quinine. GREG
Fabulous pick, dear! xoxo
So pretty. I will check our LCBO if they have this extraordinary spirit.
My husband loves St. Germain. I’m going to have to make hime one,
This sounds like such a sophisticated drink–can’t wait to try.
Thanks Liz, for not one but two recipes using St. Germaine. I have a bottle in my liquor cabinet from a recipe that I made and had no idea what to do with it until now.
Sounds like a really refreshing cocktail. Great for a summer party.
I love gin &n tonic, but I do like to change things up. The elderberry liquor sounds awesome!
Wow. I’ve had this in cocktails when we’ve gone out but never at home. Loving this Sunday Supper btw! 🙂
I love a good G&T. I haven’t tried St. Germain but now I’m intrigued and might just have to buy a bottle.
I love a good gin and tonic! I’ll be trying this one soon!
I absolutely love St. Germain. What a fun way to refresh a classic drink!
Time to give this new one a try! sounds refreshing!
Liz – what a great idea! Gin and Tonic is my quick drink go to and I almost always have the St Germain on hand! Thanks
I love a simple and easy summer cocktail! So perfect for sitting on the deck in the evening after a long day of working!
Going to have to try this one! Love the elderflower! Yum!
Very refreshing.. a perfect summer cocktail, Liz.
Your French drink does sound like the perfect way to make a party festival. Love the idea that the brew is made of elderflowers. P.s. I believe St. Germaine was also a teacher who could allegedly turn metal into diamonds…or something like that!