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Elderflower Manhattan

two elderflower manhattans in nick and. Nora glasses backlit on a floral tray.

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This Elderflower Manhattan is a spring-forward twist on the classic—light, floral, and just a little unexpected. It keeps that rich, bourbon backbone but softens it with delicate elderflower and bright, slightly tart bitters. The result is elegant, balanced, and perfect for warmer days.

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon (Four Roses Small Batch recommended)
  • 1 oz elderflower liqueur (St-Germain)
  • 2 dashes rhubarb bitters (Fee Brothers)
  • 1 dash almond bitters (Fee Brothers)

Instructions

Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with ice.
Step 2: Add:
  • 2 oz bourbon (Four Roses Small Batch recommended)
  • 1 oz elderflower liqueur (St-Germain)
  • 2 dashes rhubarb bitters (Fee Brothers)
  • 1 dash almond bitters (Fee Brothers)
Step 3: Stir until well chilled.
Step 4: Strain into a coupe glass.
Garnish: Tie a small floral sprig to the stem.