Recipes
The Empress 75 in 3 Ways
There’s nothing better for the holidays than a French 75!
Pop open the bubbly because it’s time to mix up one of our all-time favourite cocktails! When it comes to enjoying a drink (or two) for a classy evening, the French 75 is always a staple for its inimitable elegance and celebratory nature. In anticipation of the upcoming festivities, we’re here to share with you three ways to make this sip that will fit any mood and occasion!
Jump to the recipe ahead!
Elderflower Rose 75
Let’s begin with the classic! Whenever people talk about crowdpleasing cocktails, the French 75 is often on the list for its balanced, tangy and effervescent profile. With our Elderflower Rose expression in this particular version, floral notes create a soft and ethereal dimension that makes an already refined tipple even more sophisticated!
Holiday Sparkle
The French 75 is a great template where we can swap around ingredients for a new and unique creation. @meera.seetharaman adds a touch of festive magic here through a cranberry-orange syrup to make this the perfect holiday party serve. Given these yuletide flavours, a taste will immediately put you in the spirit for all things jolly!
INGREDIENTS
- 1½ oz Empress 1908 Cucumber Lemon Gin
- 1 oz Cranberry-Orange Syrup*
- ¾ oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 2-3 dashes Orange Bitters
- Prosecco, to top
- Fresh Cranberries & Rosemary Sprig, for garnish
- Sugar, for rim
METHOD
Rim a champagne flute with sugar and set aside. Combine ingredients (except prosecco) to a shaker filled with ice and shake to chill. Strain into prepped glass, top with prosecco, and garnish.
*Combine 1 cup each of fresh cranberries, orange juice, and sugar along with 8 cloves to a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens (about 10 minutes). Strain the syrup to discard solids and let it cool.
Fall 75 – @jfdesfosses
If you’re looking for a dazzling showstopper, @jfdesfosses has you covered! Sweet pear and a warming kiss of herbs come together for a cocktail that evokes snowfall in an alpine setting. Despite the name, the cozy palate of this elevated French 75 lends itself well to holiday celebrations, too!
INGREDIENTS
- 1½ oz Empress 1908 Indigo Gin
- ¾ oz Pear Liqueur
- ¾ oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- ¼ oz Simple Syrup
- ¼ oz Green Chartreuse*
- Sparkling Wine, to top
METHOD
Shake Empress 1908 Indigo Gin, pear liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice until chilled. In a coupe glass, add Green Chartreuse and a rosemary sprig, then briefly ignite to release those cozy fall aromas. Strain the cocktail over the prepared glass, then top with Champagne or your favourite dry sparkling wine. Enjoy!
*While Green Chartreuse offers a unique herbaceous depth, Génépy & Luxardo Del Santo can make for great substitutes. If you’re feeling adventurous, JF also has a DIY tutorial on his YouTube channel HERE!
With an exquisite mix of fun, grandeur, and deliciousness; it’s no wonder the French 75 is beloved by many. This time of year, you’ll find us raising many toasts with this iconic cocktail in hand, so we hope you join in with us! Whether you’ll be enjoying any of these recipes at a gathering or making one as a gift for yourself, the seasonal charm that the holidays bring is sure to make the vibes that much more special.
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Sip responsibly!
