Starry Night Granita
Indulge in the celestial charm of Starry Night Granita, a visually striking cocktail that will leave everyone starstruck. This delectable concoction boasts an astonishing color transformation – from a pale yellow slush to a rich violet hue, courtesy of fresh orchard pear, violet syrup, and Empress Indigo gin. The sweet harmony of honey blended with pear creates a refreshing and scrumptious taste experience.
To elevate the presentation, garnish with orange zest for a burst of vibrant color contrast. With its captivating appearance and effortless recipe, we’re confident you’ll be hooked on making this celestial cocktail regularly!
Garden City
The Garden City cocktail’s harmonious blend of citrus and sweetness makes it an absolute delight. Grapefruit and lemon contribute their tangy notes, injecting a refreshing zing into the mix. To balance out this tartness, lychee simple syrup brings its fragrant, vibrant sweetness to the table. The crowning glory is the Empress gin, which elevates the drink to new heights, transforming it into a stunning cocktail that’s sure to impress.
Amethyst Meadow
A symphony of purple hues, Amethyst Meadow is a captivating cocktail inspired by the sweet violet flowers. The beauty of this drink lies in its harmonious blend of ingredients, each contributing its own shade of purple. Homemade blueberry syrup and crème de violette add rich, velvety tones, while Empress gin provides a subtle depth. Egg white and lemon juice bring a silky texture and a touch of brightness to the mixture.
After shaking and straining the ingredients into a chilled glass, the drink is garnished with a flourish of violet and blueberries, further emphasizing its striking purple theme. It’s little wonder that this exquisite and delicious cocktail has earned a place as one of our favorite Empress gin creations.
Clarified Saturn
Elevate your bartending expertise with this reimagined Clarified Saturn, a modern spin on the classic cocktail that boasts an unparalleled smoothness and flavor profile. The harmonious blend of Falernum’s warm spices, passionfruit syrup’s fruity essence, and lemon’s brightness results in a boldly flavorful drink that’s sure to impress. To preserve the gin’s remarkable botanical notes and maintain its stunning violet hue, half of the Empress gin is reserved and added post-filtration.
This delightful concoction makes for an ideal choice for unwinding on a leisurely evening.
Empress Mai Tai
The Empress Mai Tai is an innovative spin on the timeless cocktail classic. Its harmonious blend of orgeat’s nutty and citrusy notes, triple sec’s tropical flavors, and lime juice’s zesty punch creates a refreshing concoction that’s ideal for sipping by the beach. The addition of Empress gin lends a floral, fruity, and slightly nutty character to this Mai Tai variation, which is sure to delight even the most discerning palates.
Give it a try and you’ll find yourself hooked on its unique flavor profile!
Floral Club
Indulge in an extraordinary Floral Club cocktail, boasting a unique blend of flavors that will captivate your senses! The combination of dry vermouth, Empress Indigo gin, crème de violette, lavender syrup, and lime juice creates a refreshing drink with subtle hints of floral and citrus notes. The addition of foamy egg white adds a silky texture, making this cocktail truly alluring.
As the Empress gin lends its distinctive purple hue, you’ll be hard-pressed to resist the allure of this stunning creation, perfect for turning heads at any gathering! To complete the visually striking presentation, garnish with a lavender sprig and get ready to impress your friends with this show-stopping cocktail.
Frozen Bee’s Knees
Transform a timeless classic into an extraordinary Frozen Bee’s Knees that’s just as impressive as its name suggests! The traditional Bee’s Knees recipe takes the usual Gin Sour formula and gives it a sweet twist by replacing sugar with honey, while maintaining the same balance of gin and lemon juice. Building upon this foundation, our Empress gin recipe elevates the drink to new heights by blending it with crushed ice until it reaches a frosty perfection.
The end result is an utterly delightful, refreshing cocktail that’s sure to be your go-to choice for hot summer days. With its unique blend of flavors and temperatures, the Frozen Bee’s Knees is sure to quench your thirst and leave you wanting more.
Firecracker Cooler
Create a visually stunning and delicious Empress gin cocktail by layering its components in a Collins glass. Start by crushing mixed berries at the bottom of the glass and adding crushed ice on top. The second layer is achieved by pouring coconut water into the glass, followed by slowly pouring Empire gin to create a blue layer that sits atop the coconut water. For a pop of color and added flair, garnish with edible flowers and mixed berries.
This unique cocktail is sure to impress and can be enjoyed by all! Go to Recipe.
Lemongrass Mule
Indulge in the invigorating aroma of lemongrass with this extraordinary Lemongrass Mule cocktail! The star of the show is, of course, lemongrass syrup, which harmoniously blends with Empress gin, zesty lime juice, and spicy ginger beer to craft a truly irresistible concoction. To elevate the visual appeal, this drink is garnished with a fresh mint sprig, a slice of vibrant starfruit, and a delicate cucumber ribbon, making it a feast for the eyes as much as the palate.
With its remarkable balance of flavors, you’ll find yourself sipping on this refreshing delight all day long without ever growing tired of it.
Empress Shirley
Transform the timeless Shirley Temple mocktail into an elegant adult beverage by infusing it with Empress gin. By substituting ginger ale with lemon-lime soda and Empress gin, this variation adds depth and sophistication. The vibrant purple and red hues of the drink make it a stunning visual treat. To take it to the next level, garnish the cocktail with a cherry on top for an Instagram-worthy presentation that’s sure to impress.
Empress Gin Mule
Indulge in a revitalizing cocktail that’s as easy to make as it is to love. The Empress Gin Mule, with its mere three ingredients, is an exemplary blend of spicy ginger beer, tangy lime juice, and the subtle nuances of Empress gin. The harmonious union yields a delightful taste experience that will leave you craving more. As the saying goes, ‘less is more’ – in this case, the absence of unnecessary complexities only amplifies the drink’s charm.
With its stunning purple hue and alluring botanical notes, you’ll find yourself returning to this recipe again and again.
Royal Hawaiian
Inspired by the iconic Royal Hawaiian hotel in Waikiki Beach, Hawaii, this Empress gin recipe puts a modern twist on the classic cocktail. By combining pineapple juice, fresh lemon juice, and orgeat with gin, we’ve created a truly tropical and refreshing drink that’s perfect for warm weather. What sets this recipe apart is the use of layered Empress gin, which gives the drink a stunning gradient effect. This unique touch makes the drink not only delicious but also visually striking.
We’re confident that once you try it, this tropical treat will become your new favorite cocktail.
GG’s Delight
When you need a swift and straightforward recipe to spice up your bar game, GG’s Delight is an absolute must-have. This visually stunning cocktail not only tantalizes the taste buds but also boasts a breathtaking indigo color courtesy of Empress gin. The harmonious blend of Empress gin, ginger liqueur, and orange bitters produces a captivating hue that’s elevated to new heights by a delicate edible flower garnish.
We adore the understated elegance of this drink and can confidently say it’s one of our top picks featuring Empress gin.
Frozen Lavender Lemonade
Elevate everyone’s beloved childhood drink with a unique spin on Frozen Lavender Lemonade. Inspired by the modern cocktail Empress Lavender Lemonade, this recipe takes the classic lemonade and adds an exciting twist. To achieve its distinctive flavor profile, the drink combines honey, lavender cordial, and Empress gin – known for its botanical notes – resulting in a harmonious blend of floral and citrus flavors.
The addition of bergamot liqueur and ice creates a refreshing and revitalizing cocktail experience.
Blackberry Mint Royale
Imagine sipping on a refreshing Blackberry Mint Royale as you soak up the sun’s warm rays. This sweet and tangy cocktail, featuring muddled blackberries and blackberry liqueur, boasts a bold and rich purple hue that’s simply irresistible. As you take a sip, the subtle mintiness and floral notes will transport you to a state of relaxation, making it the perfect companion for unwinding after a long day or enjoying on-the-go.
Light the Beam
If you’re in search of a revitalizing cocktail that’s simple to prepare and enjoyable at any time of day, then look no further than this recipe. What sets Light The Beam apart is its ease of preparation, requiring only two ingredients. The combination of lemonade and Empress gin creates a harmonious blend of botanical and citrus notes, producing a drink that’s sure to please even the most discerning palates.
Empress Negroni
Experience the revitalized classic Negroni by combining Empress Indigo gin with Luxardo Bitter Bianco and dry vermouth. This harmonious blend yields an exquisitely balanced drink that is truly divine in its taste. The star of this show is the Empress gin, which shines through its botanical notes and adds a captivating blue hue to the cocktail. When you want a drink that will impress your friends or family, look no further than this Negroni variation.
Its sophisticated charm and delicious flavor make it an absolute must-try.
Respect Your Elder
A visually stunning cocktail, Respect Your Elder boasts a gradient of dark to light blue hues that’s almost too beautiful to drink. Almost. This delightful concoction is made possible by a homemade blueberry reduction, achieved through the simple process of cooking blueberries and honey in a saucepan over heat before straining out the mixture. The resulting syrup serves as the foundation for this layered cocktail, which also features Empress gin, elderflower liqueur, and soda water.
To add a touch of whimsy to its already impressive presentation, blueberries are used to garnish the cocktail, making it a truly Instagram-worthy drink. With its unique flavor profile and striking appearance, we’re confident that Respect Your Elder will quickly become one of your go-to Empress gin cocktails.
Cucumber Rose Collins
Experience the enchanting fusion of flavors in the Cucumber Rose Collins, a revitalizing twist on the classic Tom Collins. As you sip this captivating cocktail, its delicate pink hue will transport you to a world of serenity. The secret to its stunning color lies in the honey rose syrup, carefully crafted by combining rose water and honey in a saucepan until heated through.
A perfect blend of Empress gin, cucumber slices, lemon juice, and honey rose syrup awaits, expertly shaken and strained to perfection. To complete this masterpiece, garnish with a beautiful ribbon of rose and cucumber before serving. The result is a visually stunning drink that will leave you wanting more – one that’s sure to become a staple in your repertoire.
Pineapple Orange Punch
Indulge in the sweet serendipity of this Pineapple Orange Punch, elevated to new heights with Empress gin’s subtle nuances. This harmonious blend of pineapple juice, orange juice, and an array of aromatic ingredients – including cloves, ginger, cranberries, and citrus zest – melds together over a day, releasing a symphony of flavors that will leave you enchanted. The Empress gin adds depth and complexity to the cocktail, making it an absolute delight for the senses.
This is a must-try treat for your next gathering or relaxing evening with friends.
Instructions
To create this refreshing cocktail, start by combining all the ingredients except for ice and dried lavender in a cocktail shaker. Next, vigorously shake the mixture for at least 60 seconds to properly combine the flavors. Afterward, add ice to the shaker and give it another good 15-second shake to chill everything down. Finally, strain the concoction into a glass and garnish with dried lavender sprigs before serving and savoring your tasty drink.
Notes
To create the lavender syrup, combine 1 cup of water with 1½ tablespoons of dried lavender in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to allow it to simmer before adding 1 cup of sugar. Stir well to dissolve the sugar and let the mixture continue to simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add 2 teaspoons of butterfly pea flower tea. Allow the tea to steep for 5 minutes, then strain the syrup into a jar and allow it to cool before using.
This recipe yields approximately 16 servings and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
The nutrition information for this recipe is as follows:
Yield: 1 serving
Serving Size: varies depending on use
Calories per serving: 214, total fat: 1g, saturated fat: 1g, trans fat: 0g, unsaturated fat: 0g, cholesterol: 0mg, sodium: 53mg, carbohydrates: 20g, fiber: 1g, sugar: 17g, protein: 3g.
Please note that this nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on the specific ingredients used.
