elderflower
noun
el·der·flow·er
ˈel-dər-ˌflau̇(-ə)r 
: the flower of an elderberry (such as Sambucus nigra) used especially in making wines, liqueurs, and teas
On its own, this 40-proof liqueur, said to be the first made from fresh elderflowers hand-picked in the Alps and macerated in eau de vie, is pretty intense unless it's cut with ice and a splash of soda.—
Florence Fabricant
Florence Fabricant… Percy heaved an impressive sigh and took a deep swig of elderflower wine …—J. K. Rowling
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Chartreuse, available in green and yellow varieties, has a much more complex and intense flavor than elderflower (see below).
—Rachel King, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
With elderflower, sea moss, and baobab, the formula aids in depuffing via a lightweight, blurring finish.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024
Six Feet Under, made with gin, elderflower, lemon juice, club soda and a lemon and rosemary garnish.
—Kim Bojórquez, Axios, 23 Oct. 2024
Example: Paramour Elderflower Liqueur: With 60 calories per serving and an alcohol content of 14% ABV, this particular elderflower liqueur is small-batch distilled and free from artificial colors, flavors, sugars, preservatives and additives.
—Rachel King, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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Rachel King, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
With elderflower, sea moss, and baobab, the formula aids in depuffing via a lightweight, blurring finish.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024
Six Feet Under, made with gin, elderflower, lemon juice, club soda and a lemon and rosemary garnish.
—Kim Bojórquez, Axios, 23 Oct. 2024
Example: Paramour Elderflower Liqueur: With 60 calories per serving and an alcohol content of 14% ABV, this particular elderflower liqueur is small-batch distilled and free from artificial colors, flavors, sugars, preservatives and additives.
—Rachel King, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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“Elderflower.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elderflower. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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