St-Germain
by St-Germain · Liqueur · France
St-Germain is a French elderflower liqueur launched in 2007 by Robert J. Cooper, a third-generation distiller; the brand presents it as the world's first elderflower liqueur. The name honors Saint-Germain-des-Prés, a Paris neighborhood, the bottle follows the Belle Époque style, and the brand now belongs to Bacardi.
The flowers are hand-picked once a year, in late spring, over three to four weeks, and each bottle contains up to a thousand of them. According to Difford's Guide, they come from the foothills of the French Alps and are macerated within 48 hours of picking in a spirit made from Chardonnay and Gamay grapes. The house recommends it for the St-Germain Spritz, the gin and tonic and cocktails with sparkling wine.
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What you'll taste
Very sweet and full-bodied, with high alcohol. The first sip brings peach, pear and grapefruit; mid-palate, elderflower and lemon.
How much each flavor family shows up in this drink, adding up to 100%. The intensity of each sensation is in the profile further down.
How the flavors unfold
What the flavor reminds you of, in the order it shows up. These are comparisons, not ingredients.
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As you drinkflavors that show up mid-palate
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Sensory profile
From 0 (absent) to 10 (very intense).
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Tech specs
- Category
- Liqueur
- Country
- France
- Alcohol content
- 20% ABV
- Type
- Elderflower liqueur
- Serving
- St-Germain Spritz, gin and tonic or with sparkling wine
Composition
- Base
- Grape spirit (Chardonnay and Gamay)
- Ingredients
- Fresh elderflowers, up to 1,000 per bottle
Source: Bebidário tech specs
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | 100 ml |
|---|---|
| Energy (kcal) | 250 |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 34 |
| Total sugars (g) | 34 |
| Protein (g) | 0 |
| Total fat (g) | 0 |
| Saturated fat (g) | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is St-Germain?
St-Germain is a liqueur. Type: Elderflower liqueur.
Where is St-Germain from?
The St-Germain brand is from France.
Who owns the St-Germain brand?
The St-Germain brand is owned by Bacardi Limited. It was founded in 2007.
What is the alcohol content of St-Germain?
St-Germain is 20% ABV: 20 ml of pure alcohol in every 100 ml.
What is St-Germain made from?
Base: Grape spirit (Chardonnay and Gamay). Ingredients: Fresh elderflowers, up to 1,000 per bottle.
How many calories are in St-Germain?
250 kcal per 100 ml, according to the nutrition facts published by the producer.
How should St-Germain be served?
St-Germain Spritz, gin and tonic or with sparkling wine.