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Lotus Flower Cocktail

A cocktail garnished with a pink orchid, set on a marble table. Nearby are fresh fruits, a bottle of liquid, and a pink lotus blossom.

A Delicate Spring Cocktail

With Elderflower and Lychee


Inspired by the serene beauty of blooming lotus flowers, this cocktail celebrates the softer side of spring. The Lotus Flower Cocktail blends delicate elderflower notes with sweet lychee and bright lemon for a drink that feels both refreshing and refined.


Its gentle floral aroma and soft sparkle make it an ideal choice for elegant occasions — from spring weddings and cocktail hours to garden brunches and outdoor celebrations.


The drink is light enough for daytime sipping yet sophisticated enough to stand out on any cocktail menu.


Server in a vest offers a tray of pink cocktails with flowers. A hand reaches for one glass. Floral decor and fruit in soft daylight.

Lotus Flower Cocktail Recipe

Flavor Profile: Floral • Delicate • Refreshing • Lightly Citrusy


Ingredients

  • 1½ oz vodka or gin

  • ½ oz elderflower liqueur

  • ¾ oz lychee juice

  • ½ oz fresh lemon juice

  • splash of sparkling water


Instructions

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

  2. Add vodka (or gin), elderflower liqueur, lychee juice, and lemon juice.

  3. Shake well until chilled.

  4. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.

  5. Top with a small splash of sparkling water.


Garnish

Float an edible flower or lychee fruit in the glass.




Elegant setup with glasses of pink cocktails adorned with flowers. Background features blossoms and bowls of fruit, evoking a fresh, festive mood.

Batched Recipe (Serves ~25 Cocktails)

Perfect for weddings, garden parties, and cocktail receptions.


Ingredients

  • 37½ oz vodka or gin

  • 12½ oz elderflower liqueur

  • 18¾ oz lychee juice

  • 12½ oz fresh lemon juice

  • 2–3 cups sparkling water (added just before serving)


Instructions

  1. Combine vodka/gin, elderflower liqueur, lychee juice, and lemon juice in a large pitcher or beverage dispenser.

  2. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

  3. Just before service, add sparkling water for a refreshing touch.

  4. Stir gently and serve in chilled coupe or cocktail glasses.


Garnish Station Idea

Set out:


  • edible flowers

  • lychee fruit

  • lemon twists


Guests can garnish their own cocktails for a beautiful presentation.




A glass of sparkling drink with a flower and lychee. Elderflower bottle, lychees, lemon slices, and flowers in soft, natural light.

Mocktail Remix (Zero-Proof Lotus Flower Delight)

A non-alcoholic version that keeps the same elegant floral profile.


Ingredients

  • 1 oz elderflower syrup

  • 1 oz lychee juice

  • ½ oz fresh lemon juice

  • sparkling water


Instructions

  1. Shake elderflower syrup, lychee juice, and lemon juice with ice.

  2. Strain into a coupe glass and top with sparkling water.


Garnish with an edible flower or lychee.



Perfect Pairings

The delicate floral flavors pair best with light, aromatic foods such as:


  • sushi or sashimi

  • cucumber tea sandwiches

  • goat cheese crostini

  • shrimp summer rolls

  • fruit tarts or macarons


This makes the Lotus Flower Cocktail especially popular for:


  • bridal showers

  • spring weddings

  • garden parties

  • afternoon cocktail receptions



Server in apron offers a tray of pink cocktails with flowers. Outdoor event with punch bowl, floral decor, and soft, cheerful atmosphere.

Elegant yet effortless, the Lotus Flower Cocktail captures the essence of spring in a single glass. The combination of elderflower, lychee, and citrus creates a drink that feels refreshing, graceful, and visually stunning.


Whether served at an intimate brunch or a lively celebration, this floral cocktail is guaranteed to bring a little extra beauty to the moment.



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