St Germain isn't often paired with whiskey, so this drink is fun and unique: the Irish Maid! It's similar to a whiskey smash, pairing Irish whiskey with cucumber, lemon and St. Germain. In 2012, Cooper sold St. Germain to the Bacardi Group. Sadly, four years later, at only 39, he did in his Santa Barbara home. Harvesting & Processing Elderflowers Though I almost always make red, I have to admit that this peach recipe is now at the top of my list.

St-Germain Elderflower Liquor Acquired By Bacardi, Plans To Go Global". www.huffingtonpost.com. Huffington Post. 8 January 2013 . Retrieved 12 December 2014.

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It’s caused by oxidation when the flowers aren’t completely submerged under the alcohol, so you may want to add a weight to hold them down, however, them turning brown won’t harm your liqueur.

St-Germain Is Ushering in New York City's Creative Renaissance". Worth. 9 August 2021 . Retrieved 25 December 2021. When was St Germain invented? 2007.With such a vintage-looking bottle, it certainly seems like it has hundreds of years of history! Possibly invented by monks in the 1500’s? Nope, a guy named Rob invented it in the 2007. (Here’s the story behind it.) Note: Keep St. Germain out of the sun, as its color is prone to darkening considerably when exposed to light. a b Simonson, Robert (27 April 2016). "Robert J. Cooper, 39, Creator of Popular Elderflower Liqueur, Dies". The New York Times . Retrieved 12 December 2021. spiritedzine (16 December 2020). "St-Germain Launches Holidays Series, Salon St-Germain". SpiritedZine . Retrieved 25 December 2021.

The fruity flavors bring out the fresh fruits in the glass, and it adds just enough sweetness, so the white wine isn’t as dry. Since they have earthy notes, they’ll only get better when you add the florals of elderflower. Plus, they’ll have the most amazingly intense color. Got a bottle of St Germain and not sure what to do with it? This popular elderflower liqueur may be a newcomer to the scene, but it’s a must-have in your liquor cabinet. It adds a unique floral essence to the finish of any drink!

Nose: Floral, supple nose with hints of lychee in syrup, a touch of peach nectar and fresh, sweet blossom. St. Germain Liqueur: What It Is, And What To Do With It". HuffPost. 13 June 2012 . Retrieved 25 December 2021. The best substitute for St Germain liqueur is other elderflower liqueurs like Drillaud, Fiorente, or Giffard Fleur de Sureau Sauvage. Elderflower syrup is an excellent non-alcoholic alternative.