{"product_id":"merlet-fifrelet-de-merlet-elderflower-liqueur-liqueur-de-sureau-700ml","title":"Merlet Fifrelet de Merlet Elderflower Liqueur (Liqueur de Sureau) 700ml","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFifrelet de Merlet is the Merlet family’s elderflower liqueur, a lighter, fruitier alternative to the more perfumed elderflower liqueurs that dominate the category. Merlet is a family distillery in the Cognac region, known for its fruit liqueurs and eaux-de-vie, and this one follows a careful method: the delicate elderflowers are infused in a hot water infusion, like a tea, and the cooled infusion is stabilized with super-fine alcohol. It’s then blended with fruit infusions of pear and lychee macerated in super-fine alcohol. The wild elderflowers are hand-picked at their peak, and the finished liqueur is bottled at a gentle 18% ABV (36 proof).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe official notes describe a nose that is “very floral and fruity, with notes of pear and exotic fruit,” and a palate that is “round and complex, with a balance between petal-like tannins and fruit, and a tangy finish that adds liveliness.” Another description finds “fresh elderflower blossoms, white flowers, and citrus zest, accented by hints of pear and lychee,” with a palate of “ripe stone fruit, honey, and lemon peel,” and a finish that is “long, crisp, and elegantly floral with a touch of natural sweetness.” Bedford \u0026amp; Grove, the US importer, describes “a crisp wash of lemongrass and green tea,” a “breezy, delicate texture,” and “a vibrant, bright citrus zest finish.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt’s worth being upfront about the style, since reviewers differ. Drinkhacker, tasting it among eight elderflower liqueurs, found it “sweet and quite peachy, with distinctly candied fruit notes and layers of honey,” and noted that “a lower abv keeps the spirit from becoming cloyingly sweet, with some sharp citrus and a touch of pineapple clinging to the finish,” adding that there’s “virtually no floral aspect to this liqueur at all, which may well be to some consumers’ liking. Fine in a spritz but not overly exuberant.” In other words, it’s the elderflower liqueur for people who find St-Germain too perfumed or too sweet: lighter, fruitier, and easier to sip. It works in a spritz with prosecco or sparkling wine, in a gin and tonic, a Collins, a vodka or gin cocktail, or simply over ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMerlet Fifrelet de Merlet Elderflower Liqueur is produced by Merlet in the Cognac region of Poitou-Charentes, France. Hand-picked elderflowers are infused in a hot water infusion, which is stabilized with super-fine alcohol and blended with pear and lychee infusions, then sweetened. Bottled at 18% ABV \/ 36 proof, 700ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNo numerical critic score is published for this liqueur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrinkhacker (January 2026, tasting of eight elderflower liqueurs):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Medium to light gold in hue, this liqueur is sweet and quite peachy, with distinctly candied fruit notes and layers of honey. A lower abv keeps the spirit from becoming cloyingly sweet, with some sharp citrus and a touch of pineapple clinging to the finish. There’s virtually no floral aspect to this liqueur at all — which may well be to some consumers’ liking. Fine in a spritz but not overly exuberant.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMerlet (distributor tasting notes):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Nose: Very floral and fruity, with notes of pear and exotic fruit. Palate: Round and complex, with a balance between petal-like tannins and fruit, and a tangy finish that adds liveliness.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBedford \u0026amp; Grove (US importer):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Unaged and remarkably light at thirty-six proof, the distillate delivers a crisp wash of lemongrass and green tea. Its breezy, delicate texture yields to a vibrant, bright citrus zest finish.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetailer tasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The nose opens with captivating aromas of fresh elderflower blossoms, white flowers, and citrus zest, accented by hints of pear and lychee. On the palate, delicate floral flavors are complemented by notes of ripe stone fruit, honey, and lemon peel, creating a silky mouthfeel with vibrant freshness.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePale to light gold. Elderflower blossom and white flowers, with pear, lychee, citrus zest, and honey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoft, round, and honeyed, with ripe stone fruit, pear, lychee, lemon peel, and a touch of green tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBright and lively, with citrus zest and a light floral lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElderflower Liqueur (Liqueur de Sureau)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18% ABV \/ 36 Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHot infusion of elderflowers, stabilized with super-fine alcohol, blended with pear and lychee infusions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMerlet — Cognac region, Poitou-Charentes, France\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA lighter, fruitier, honeyed elderflower liqueur, less perfumed than the category leaders\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Flavors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElderflower, pear, lychee, honey, citrus zest, lemongrass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e700ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCocktail Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElderflower spritz\u003c\/strong\u003e — liqueur topped with prosecco or sparkling wine and soda over ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGin and tonic with elderflower\u003c\/strong\u003e — a splash for a floral, fruity lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollins\u003c\/strong\u003e — gin, lemon, elderflower liqueur, and soda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOver ice or with tonic\u003c\/strong\u003e — a simple, low-proof aperitif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh goat cheese and salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeafood and shellfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePear and almond desserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit sorbets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Breakthru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45814114484290,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/E80D62BC-E7C4-4A8B-A803-E3550BBC652F_1_201_a.jpg?v=1792903099","url":"https:\/\/www.blackwellswines.com\/products\/merlet-fifrelet-de-merlet-elderflower-liqueur-liqueur-de-sureau-700ml","provider":"Blackwell's Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}