# Bourbon Elderflower Cocktails This Sophisticated Floral Cocktail is a Staple at Vaucluse Eatery By M | Published 2015-10-20 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floral-cocktail References: [eater](http://www.eater.com/2015/10/19/9565083/bourbon-alderflower-cocktail-recipe-vaucluse) & [vauclusenyc](http://vauclusenyc.com/) The [French Embassy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-onion-crackers) floral cocktail is a tantalizing mix of unconventional flavors that was created by New York City chef Michael White at the eatery Vaucluse. The sophisticated beverage mixes [classic bourbon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barrell-craft-spirits) with the sweet notes of elderflower to create a new drink that plays off of classical flavor combinations with contemporary ingredients. The French Embassy might remind one of an old fashioned with a base made from lemon juice and two ounce of bourbon liquor. To drink is made more modern with the addition of an [elderflower liqueur](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stgermain-campaign) for added sweetness and fresh flavors, such as a bottle of St. Germain. In addition, Angostura bitters and a dash of club soda are added and served over ice. The drink is garnished with a lemon pinwheel and boasts notes of robust smokiness topped with citrus and floral. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Floral Cocktails:** The trend of floral cocktails mixing classic flavors with contemporary ingredients offers opportunities for mixologists and bartenders to experiment with new floral arrangements and unexpected combinations. - **Elderflower Liqueur:** The trend of using elderflower liqueur in cocktails presents opportunities for companies to innovate and experiment with new ways to incorporate this floral ingredient into their products. - **Bourbon-based Cocktails:** The trend of using bourbon as the base for cocktails presents opportunities for distilleries and mixologists to create new and unique combinations of classic and modern flavors. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can utilize the trend of floral cocktails to create unique and sophisticated drinks that can attract new customers and drive sales. - **Alcohol and Spirits:** The alcohol and spirits industry can leverage the trend towards using elderflower liqueur and bourbon-based cocktails to create innovative new products that appeal to a wider range of consumers. - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can utilize the trend of floral cocktails, elderflower liqueur and bourbon-based cocktails to create unique drink menus that enhance the customer experience and set their venues apart from competitors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elevated 20s-Inspired Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/champslyses-cocktail.md) - [Floral-Infused Cocktail Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infused-cocktail-cubes.md) - [Collaboration Elderflower Liqueurs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edwards-1902-x-bottlegreen-elderflower-liqueur.md) - [Mixed-ABV Inflight Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-france-and-matthias-giroud.md) - [Peach-Infused Cognac Liqueurs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belle-de-brillet.md) - [Convenient After-Dinner Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boulevardier.md) - [Cocktail-Paired Nail Polishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stgermain-x-miniluxe-royale-gift-set.md) - [Sparkling Lavender Mocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lavender-french-75.md) - [Festive Rose Gin Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rose-gin-cocktails.md)