Meyer Lemon Blossom

The Meyer Lemon Blossom cocktail combines the brightness of fresh Meyer lemon with the delicate citrus undertones of elderflower liqueur. This libation is truly a dessert-like treat, perfect for any occasion.

Meyer Lemon Blossom

A delightful and dessert-like cocktail that combines Meyer lemon vodka, elderflower liqueur, Meyer lemon juice, Meyer lemon peel syrup, egg white, and a dash of orange bitters.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 oz citrus vodka (Meyer Lemon Vodka from Charbay)
  • 1/2 oz St. Germain elderflower liqueur
  • 1 oz Meyer lemon juice
  • 1/2 oz Meyer lemon peel syrup
  • 1 egg white
  • 1 dash orange bitters
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 Meyer lemon

Instructions

  1. Add the egg white to a mixing glass and shake for 10 seconds without ice or any other ingredients to create a light foam.
  2. Fill the mixing glass with ice and add the remaining ingredients.
  3. Shake vigorously for a full 30 seconds.
  4. Double strain the mixture into a sour glass and garnish with fresh Meyer lemon zest.
  5. To make the Meyer lemon peel syrup, peel one whole Meyer lemon and cut it into 1/2-inch strips.
  6. Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stir until sugar is dissolved, and bring to a simmer.
  7. Add the Meyer lemon peel strips and let simmer for 2 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat and let the syrup come to room temperature before removing the lemon strips.