Elderberry Elixir

Manhattan & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Elderberry Elixir cocktail containing Hennessy V.S. Cognac, Compass Box Great King Street Artist's Blend Scotch, Lillet Rouge Aperitif, LEJAY LAGOUTE Crème de Cassis, Peychaud's Bitters in a Coupe.

Curiada Ingredients

1.00 fl oz Hennessy V.S. Cognac or alternative
0.50 fl oz Compass Box Great King Street Artist's Blend Scotch or alternative
0.50 fl oz Lillet Rouge Aperitif or alternative
0.25 fl oz LEJAY LAGOUTE Crème de Cassis or alternative
1.00 dash Peychaud's Bitters or alternative

Directions

Chill coupe glass
Add all ingredients to mixing glass
Add ice to mixing glass
Stir well
Fine strain into chilled coupe glass
Express orange zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

The Elderberry Elixir is a luxurious fusion of French cognac and Scotch whisky that creates an intoxicatingly complex sipper for sophisticated palates.

This ruby-hued cocktail balances the fruity grape notes of Hennessy with the subtle smoke of Johnnie Walker Black, while Lillet Rouge adds wine-like depth and the crème de cassis delivers rich black currant sweetness. A dash of Peychaud's Bitters provides aromatic spice and that distinctive anise quality, all finished with bright citrus oils from the orange twist. It's straightforward to prepare—just stirring ingredients with ice—making it accessible for home bartenders with a well-stocked bar. The Elderberry Elixir shines as an after-dinner drink on cool autumn evenings or during formal gatherings where conversation flows as smoothly as the spirits. Pair this cocktail with dark chocolate desserts, aged cheeses like Gouda or Comté, or game meats such as duck breast with fruit compote to complement its rich, fruity character.