Taylor Swift's Favorite French Blonde (Mocktail Version)
Not every celebration needs champagne. Sometimes all you need is a beautiful coupe glass, a little grapefruit, some floral elderflower magic, and a mocktail that feels every bit as special as the moment you're celebrating.This Non-Alcoholic French Blonde is proof that alcohol-free cocktails can be just as chic, flavorful, and occasion-worthy as their boozy counterparts.
Ingredients
- 2 oz grapefruit juice
- 2 oz non-alcoholic bianco vermouth we used Just Enough Alcohol-Removed Brut Bubbles
- 1 oz nonalcoholic gin
- ½ oz elderflower syrup or cordial
- 5 dashes Meyer lemon verbena bitters
- ice
- lemon rind or grapefruit twist, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
How to Make It
- Fill a cocktail shaker with light ice
- Add the grapefruit juice, non-alcoholic bianco vermouth, non-alcoholic gin, elderflower cordial, and bitters
- Shake vigorously
- Strain into a chilled coupe glass
- Garnish with a grapefruit rind or lemon twist
Notes
- Elderflower syrup and elderflower cordial both work great here
- This one's a little fancy, making it perfect for bridal showers or holiday brunches!