The Elderflower Review: St Germain vs Drillaud vs St Elder

St-Germain is the most popular elderflower liqueur, but is it the best? Could Drillaud or St. Elder better options at a lower price point? In today's episode of The Tasting Room, Carl tests his loyalty to St-Germain and tries all 3 liqueurs in an Elderflower Sour. Which one do you think will win?
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[@lars2894]

Almost made the mistake of going for St. Elder! Thank god I had watched this video.

[@carl_busch]

Glad we could be of service. What drinks are you making with St Germain?

[@juanortizberatto2372]

The little kitten that she holds is definitely the most attractive part of this video

[@carl_busch]

AGREED

[@AndrewBardwell]

Just found your channel when searching for an elder comparison. This video was perfect. I’ve checked out some of your others and had to subscribe. You guys have a great chemistry and are a lot of fun to watch. Please keep it up!

[@carl_busch]

We really appericate it!!

[@boozeontherocks]

The St-Germaine is the only one I can get, How ever I would like to try them all and see how they work out.

[@carl_busch]

Hopefully you can sometime soon.

[@NeverEmTyBottle]

Really enjoyed the 😺 lol great review I have only had St Germain so this was an awesome review

[@carl_busch]

Thanks Tyler. Expect more Amaro in videos. We Oliver has retired.

[@drewm1072]

I would have loved it if you had included Fiorente in the comparison. It is half the price of st Germaine, made in Italy and delicious

[@carl_busch]

We will have to try to find that one. Not a lot of choices within 90 miles of where we live. But of we can, we will do a round #2

[@jays1752]

Giffard and Massenez both make very good Elderflower Liqueurs. Very close if not better than ST. Germain. Of course, they're both about the same price, too, unfortunately. If you're in/near Boston, and have a wholesale account,(and I think you might considering the environs) they are available through Horizon and MS Walker, respectively.

[@carl_busch]

We are smidge away from Boston.....just a bit outside.

[@ThroughTheMixingGlass]

Love this format! Super informative and fun to watch the blind tasting. You guys have great chemistry

[@carl_busch]

Thanks Joel. Really appreciate it.

[@tdagbo]

I came here elderflower liqueur and now I’m staying for the kitten on the shoulder.

[@carl_busch]

That is a great reason to stay.

[@CoachVinoLLC]

I’ve had St Germain and St Elder. Not even close. I’m interested in that Drillaud now. Seems good for the price!

[@RileyTaylor26]

It is very good for the price! But the flavor is a little more "artificial." You know what you're getting for something as inexpensive as Drillaud, but as far as cheap liqueurs go they are a solid brand.

[@TikiDrinksatHome]

I use Drillaud for Blackberry and it's decent. Agree it's a little more sugary. But for the price, it's good stuff. Might have to try their Elderflower. Didn't know they made it!

[@christinecamley]

St. Germain is the only elderflower liqueur I will use. Excellent flavour. A little goes a long way. Superb. I think it's worth the extra price. The sours sound interesting. I would need to add something - a nice gin. You two rock. Love Riley's flavour notes! She's great! Yes, make more videos with Riley making the cocktails!! She's great! You two rock!! 🙂

[@carl_busch]

We will!!

[@christinecamley]

@@carl_busch 🙂

[@deadmanspants_]

St. Germain was always my go to. But i prefer Giffard Fleur de Sureau Sauvage (Wild Elderflower) now

[@carl_busch]

I have looked for that one and can't find it.

[@cynful19]

GIFFARD is the highest quality for liqueurs - TW & BevMo only carry 1 maybe 2 btls of Giffard, BUT it can be ordered which is how I obtained my Crème De Violette and Banana Liquer - they are incredible. Please order it - it is WORTHY of the search and shipping cost. Thanks

[@petehanlon]

Tried the Drillaud for first time. Taste reminds me of the syrup from canned fruit cocktail... in a good way. Great video review; fun to watch!

[@carl_busch]

Oh. That's a great way to explain it.

[@fishlaugh]

I like St. Germaine but my favorite is Fiorente Elderflower Liqueur. Price ranges from $17.99 to $24.99 for 750ml. It's a little hard to find but I've seen it at Total Wine and More; not the cheapest place to buy Fiorente but Total Wine PRICE MATCHES so I was able to get it for $17.99.

[@carl_busch]

Will keep my eye out for that, thanks for the suggestion.

[@marcustoji6642]

I came here because I just bought a bottle of St Germain, and not one of the other bottles. But I couldn't pay attention because of that adorable kitty!

[@carl_busch]

Try living with them. LOL We appreciate you stopping by.

[@bluedragonfly5]

Drillaud is made in France too. It's really good. I was a St. Germaine fan until I tried Drillaud. At half the price, it's very good.

[@carl_busch]

I totally get why people really like Drillaud. Thanks for watching.

[@AngryCocktails]

Blind tests are always fun

[@carl_busch]

They really are.

[@TheSpiritoftheCocktail]

Great video gang!!!! I actually laughed because I use St. Elders!!!! Guess who's going to trade up!!!! CHEERS!!!!

[@carl_busch]

Boom!

[@TheSpiritoftheCocktail]

@@carl_busch I do NOT have rings on my table!!! Video to follow!!!!

[@lukedurkin1254]

you all really need to stabilize that table.

[@carl_busch]

I have made that update since releasing this video. 😁

[@ChappysTikiBar]

great review guys 😎

[@carl_busch]

Thanks! 👍

[@JohnReddersen]

Edinburgh Gin Distillery Elderflower Liqueur is good too. Not sure if my friend found it here, in Wisconsin, or Minnesota.

[@carl_busch]

Ok we will see if we can get it.

[@itsallaboutthecocktail]

The St. Germain is crazy-expensive like they don't care..............I have an organic elderflower that can be used all the time at a better price point, called Thatchers.

[@RileyTaylor26]

We'll have to try to find it!

[@carl_busch]

Hopefully we can find it.

[@christinecamley]

St. Germain isn't too crazy for price in Vancouver. For the excellence in taste and quality it's worth it to me.

[@davemauriello8088]

Thanks, we just discovered St. Germaine. This was very helpful! We also have a huge Total Wine near us in Delaware.

[@carl_busch]

Glad we could help out. Hope you enjoy.

[@stacey1139]

In Canada we have a brand called McGuiness elderflower liqueur.

[@carl_busch]

Do you enjoy it?

[@stacey1139]

@@carl_busch I have not tried it yet. I recently bought a 200ml. bottle of the St. Germain Elderflower liqueur because I heard on some you tube channels that they call it bartenders ketchup. LoL. I don't see it used very often in cocktails. The McGuiness Elderflower liqueur is basically sugar water with Elderflower flavoring.

[@FStrawberries]

Great video 🍸♍️🍓

[@carl_busch]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@FStrawberries]

@@carl_busch You’re so welcome. Enjoy your week 😇🍓

[@michaelamador7043]

Cool cat 😎

[@carl_busch]

Very cool!!! 🐈🙀

[@joeappleton6849]

Little boring she was cute

[@carl_busch]

What could we do to make less boring? Always willing to try new things.