St germain is an elderflower liqueur and deems itself to be the first elderflower flavored liqueur on the market. Ive baked chambord into cakes, made midori into sorbet and mixed up more than a few drinks. This herbtastic variation on a whiskey sour combines the smooth, honeyed flavors of powers irish whiskey with floral stgermain and a fresh sage syrup for herbal, savory perfection in a glass. Germain by the straight up, march 25, 20 a sweet elderflower flavored liqueur that has seemingly overnight become an indispensable, must have ingredient, st. A bourbon and elderflower cocktail welcome to a drink you can actually make, eaters first ever recipe series dedicated to simple cocktails from new bars across the country. How to drink french fluently by drew lazor, camille ralph vidal.
Created in 2007 by late spirits pioneer rob cooper, stgermain is a french elderflower liqueur that has quickly become a staple in craft cocktail bars. Rob cooper, founder of stgermain 25th january, 20 by becky paskin rob cooper, director of the cooper spirits company has just sold his flagship product stgermain elderflower liqueur to. St germain elderflower liqueur was launched in 2007 by the new york based cooper spirits company, which is led by 3rdgeneration distiller rob cooper. Stgermain elderflower liqueur was launched in 2007 by the new york based cooper spirits company, which is led by 3rdgeneration distiller rob cooper. May 05, 20 saint germain is chohan of the seventh ray, the violet ray, of freedom, alchemy, justice, mercy and transmutation. Germain is the first liqueur in the world created in the artisanal french manner from freshly handpicked elderflower blossoms. Germain was founded by rob cooper in 2006, potentially inspired by a homemade fresh elderflower infusion he tasted in 2001. Each book and discourse carries the definite radiation and consciousness of the ascended masters and points the student to the attainment of the ascension through their use of the sacred fire. It has a light, refreshing sweetness with taste notes of pear, citrus and tropical fruits. Bring an effortless french sensibility to any occasion with. Saint germain is chohan of the seventh ray, the violet ray, of freedom, alchemy, justice, mercy and transmutation. Germain elderflower liqueur is the darling of bartenders and mixologists as the floral, herbal, fresh flavor adds oomph to pretty much anything it is. See the range of different cocktails that can be made with st germain elderflower liqueur.
Read the stgermain liqueur note discussion from the chowhound spirits, liqueur food community. Shake and fine strain into a cocktail glass, lime twist created by andrew bohrer. We love drinking this liqueur straight, but if you want a cocktail, theres a party menu of recipes below photo above courtesy st. St germain is an awardwinning elderflower liqueur and a mainstay of the worlds finest cocktail bars. Germain, and bitters in an icefilled mixing glass or mixing tin until very chilled. This cocktail recipe book from punch and stgermain showcases how. Germain, an elderflower liqueur with 20 percent abv.
Germain is an artisanal liqueur made in france from handpicked. The native new yorker passed away monday in santa barbara, calif. Cooper, founder of stgermain liqueur a staple for any selfrespecting bartender died this week at the age of 39. Despite being acquired by the barcardi company in 20, st germain has retained its artisanal roots. Since its made without preservatives, a bottle should be finished within six months. Foursquare uses cookies to provide you with an optimal experience, to personalize ads that you may see, and to help advertisers measure the results of their ad campaigns. Germain is as good substituted into classics as it is in newer creations. St germain elderflower liqueur prices, stores, tasting. Dec 17, 20 st germain was the pioneer, the original elderflower liqueur. Stores and prices for nv st germain elderflower liqueur prices, stores, tasting notes and market data. The one on the left is new, and the other has been opened and stored in a pantry without refrigeration for about 3 years. St germain elderflower liqueur quality liquor store. May 01, 2016 read the st germain liqueur note discussion from the chowhound spirits, liqueur food community.
Cooper, died monday at the age of 39 in santa monica, calif. Feb 05, 2010 read the st germains elderflower liquor. First, get a hold of this recipe book with its exclusive collection of st. This liquor is best enjoyed in a nice gin cocktail as it adds a sweet, elderflowery taste thats simply divine. The famous liqueur is made with handharvested french elderflower blossoms and macerated in neutral grape spirit and sweetened with a touch of sugar. The story goes that the blossoms are plucked from the hills of the alps by 4050 gentlemen on bicycles who complete the harvest in a matter of weeks. Germain gin and tonic cocktail that skinny chick can. France the home of bordeaux, burgundy and champagne is arguably the worlds most important wineproduc. The 3 holiday cocktail books every bartender needs to read this month. Stgermain, the first liqueur in the world created in the artisanal french manner from freshly picked elderflower blossoms.
For it, blossoms are plucked from the hills of the alps in. The st germain ecommerce site will be selling st germain branded premium items to individuals 21 years of age or older. He is, in fact, a reallife gem, plucked straight out of the pages of history by diana, and. St germain liqueur is floral and sweet and is perfect with dry champagne. Germain gin and tonic cocktail that skinny chick can bake.
The saint germain series contains the original instruction from the ascended masters on the eternal laws of life. Created in 2007 by late spirits pioneer rob cooper, stgermain is a french elderflower liqueur that has quickly become a staple in craft cocktail bars around the world so much so that it once earned the nickname bartenders ketchup. Neither passion fruit, grapefruit nor lemon, the sublime taste hints at each of these and yet none of them exactly. Stgermain is a french liqueur made with fresh elderflowers, handpicked once a year in the late spring. Following an exquisite elderflower liqueur recipe, it. The first time i bought st germain a few years ago, it was purely because i thought the bottle was gorgeous. A cocktail book celebrating french conviviality with recipes featuring stgermain liqueur. 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. The one on the left is new, and the other has been opened and stored in a. The addition of sparkling wine adds the chilly, fizzy brightness to the denser sweetness of the st germain, balanced out by a bit of soda to make this the sort of beverage that is.
Stgermain was created by distiller robert cooper and. Herb and spice liqueurs constitute one of the subcategories of the broad liqueur family, one which came out of the monasteries of europe where, over the c. May 09, 2011 i recently got a leftover bottle of st. Germain mixology by preparing signature drinks for any occasion that calls for liquid transcendence. This liqueur from chicagos koval distillery has a white whiskey base, giving it more depth and warmth than other jasmine spirits on the market. This herbtastic variation on a whiskey sour combines the smooth, honeyed flavors of powers irish whiskey with floral st germain and a fresh sage syrup for herbal, savory perfection in a glass. Stgermain elderflower liqueur is a liqueur made with fresh, handpicked elderflowers and elaborated in the traditional french style, using a process that has existed for centuries. The st germain cocktail feels to us like a bit of a twist on the traditional kir, where a flavorful sweet liqueur is mixed with a sparkling wine to delightful effect. Germain elderflower liqueur with fresh cucumber and lime juice, gin, rosemary simple syrup and orange bitters. Recently ive been spatially challenged by the plethora of beautiful bottles on my bar, each with only a smidgen missing. Set of 5 st germain french elderflower liqueur cocktail recipe cards. The history of stgermain elderflower liqueur taste cocktails. The newbies in the cocktail world 910 will start out mixing cocktails with st.
Germain adds character to many cocktails and mixes well with all base spirits in addition to wine and champagne. Foursquare uses cookies to provide you with an optimal experience, to personalize ads that you may see, and to help advertisers measure the results of. The stgermain cocktail feels to us like a bit of a twist on the traditional kir, where a flavorful sweet liqueur is mixed with a sparkling wine to delightful effect. Next time you pour yourself a glass of dry white wine or champagne, add a shot of stgermain. Following an exquisite elderflower liqueur recipe, it is only available in limited quantities. The old bottle is noticeably darker, with a dark brown sediment at the bottom. Nv st germain elderflower liqueur prices, stores, tasting. One can actually hold the creative genius of the worlds top bartenders in the palm of ones hand. A new cocktail book shows you how to spritz french fluently.
St germain was the pioneer, the original elderflower liqueur. Saint germain channelings, articles and more on spirit. A garnish of a salted, deepfried sage leaf not only lends the drink an earthy aroma but also serves as a tasty snack do yourself a favor and make a. The delicate scent of jasmine is a perfect complement to cocktails made with vodka or gin, which allow the nuances of the flowers to come through. Germain stormed the cocktail world a decade ago, its been beloved by bartenders and bargoers alike. Get this, you can even freeze it and use it to layer a shot. Stgermain ecommerce site stgermain marche aux puces. A garnish of a salted, deepfried sage leaf not only. Product details this french offering deems itself to be the first elderflower flavored liqueur on the market. Praised by the new york times as having almost singlehandedly invigorated the moribund liqueur category, the spirit won the grand gold medal at the monde selection in 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010 and the chairmans award in the. The history of stgermain elderflower liqueur taste. Its a well decorated liqueur, taking home double gold at the 2007 san francisco world spirits competition. St germains pioneering liqueur is made from handharvested elderflower blossoms gathered from the foothills of the french alps in springtime.
Germain elderflower liqueur is clean, sweet, and refreshing. When third generation distiller robert cooper, he of chambord fame, saw the importance of nonalcoholic elderflower cordials in london around 2002, and worked on creating a world first. The most exciting part about this liqueur is its mixability. Set of 5 st germain french elderflower liqueur cocktail. Henley, katrina and loreena bloomfield the slosh sisters. Germain, considered to be one of the central deities of theosophy. Saint germain spirit library articles, channelings, books. Try it chilled on ice as an aperitif, add a splash to your gin and tonic, or make one of the wide range of cocktails that bartenders around the world have created in its honour. The elderflowerflavored stgermain is the perfect addition to a glass of dry white. Praised by the new york times as having almost singlehandedly invigorated the moribund liqueur category, the spirit won the grand gold medal at the monde selection in 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010 and the chairmans award in the liqueur category at the ultimate spirits challenge 2010 history.
A little like asking a hummingbird to describe the flavor of its favorite nectar. The stgermain ecommerce site will be selling stgermain branded premium items to individuals 21 years of age or older. St germain elderflower liqueur is a liqueur made with fresh, handpicked elderflowers and elaborated in the traditional french style, using a process that has existed for centuries. Despite being acquired by the barcardi company in 20, stgermain has retained its artisanal roots.
The book explores the history of aperitif culture, highlights some of. Stores and prices for st germain elderflower liqueur prices, stores, tasting notes and market data. The addition of sparkling wine adds the chilly, fizzy brightness to the denser sweetness of the stgermain, balanced out by a bit of soda to make this the sort of beverage that is. It was originally created in 2007 and the brand is currently owned by bacardi. My goal this week was to make some room and use some of these space savers in a more practical and tasty manner.
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