Ethereal Elixir Cocktail

The Ethereal Elixir Cocktail blends the rich, smooth flavor of bourbon with the delicate sweetness of elderflower liqueur and a splash of zesty lemon juice, all topped off with the effervescence of ginger beer. The addition of a hauntingly beautiful rusty effect from the bitters creates an elegant and spooky cocktail that's perfect for Halloween gatherings or any sophisticated soiree.

Ethereal Elixir Cocktail

A hauntingly sophisticated cocktail featuring bourbon, elderflower liqueur, and ginger beer, finished with a spooky touch of bitters.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 oz bourbon whiskey
  • 3/4 oz elderflower liqueur
  • 1/2 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 3 to 4 oz ginger beer
  • 8 dashes Angostura bitters
  • Garnish: lemon peel

Instructions

  1. Fill a cocktail glass with ice.
  2. Add bourbon, elderflower liqueur, and lemon juice.
  3. Top off with ginger beer.
  4. Give the cocktail a quick stir to combine.
  5. Slowly pour in the bitters on top so that they float, creating a rusty effect throughout the glass.
  6. Garnish with a lemon peel and serve.