Elderflower Frontier

Sidecar/New Orleans Sours & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Elderflower Frontier cocktail containing Willett Family Estate Bottled 4 Year Rye, St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Freshly squeezed orange juice, Angostura Orange Bitters in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

2.00 fl oz Willett Family Estate Bottled 4 Year Rye or alternative
1.00 fl oz St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur or alternative
3.00 dash Angostura Orange Bitters or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.75 fl oz Freshly squeezed orange juice

Directions

Add ice to cocktail shaker
Add all ingredients to shaker
Shake vigorously
Fine strain into chilled martini glass
Express orange zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

The Elderflower Frontier marries spicy rye whiskey with delicate floral notes for a sophisticated sipper that might just change your mind about whiskey cocktails.

This elegant cocktail balances the bold, peppery character of Rittenhouse Rye with the sweet, honeyed essence of St-Germain elderflower liqueur, while fresh orange juice adds bright citrus notes and orange bitters provide aromatic complexity. The result is a beautifully balanced drink with initial floral sweetness followed by warm spice and a clean, slightly dry finish. Perfect for spring and summer evenings or as a pre-dinner cocktail, the Elderflower Frontier is surprisingly simple to make despite its complex flavor profile. This versatile cocktail pairs wonderfully with herb-roasted chicken, grilled salmon, or cheese plates featuring both mild and sharp selections. Serve it in a chilled martini glass with that orange twist expressing oils over the surface for an extra touch of citrus aroma.