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4 Must-Try Cocktails for Any Swiftie!
Shake it off with a tipple (or two) in hand!
If you’ve been following us for a while, you probably know how much of Taylor Swift fans we are (did you also mix up a Lavender Haze like we did during the Eras Tour?)! We were especially jazzed to hear that we may have been a part of her wedding of the century, so isn’t it about time we had a dedicated feature for her? Whether you were around during her Fearless days or got in later for Midnights, you’ll want to check out our curation of sips to enjoy while playing any of her albums.
Jump to the recipes below!
The English Teacher
Apparently, your English and Gym teachers were sipping on this cocktail as they tied the knot together! Whether or not the rumours are true, we can safely say that this recipe is worthy of raising a toast to the newlyweds. Bright lemon, a duo of florals, and our Empress Indigo Gin – a queue was clearly taken from our favourite flavour combos!
Captured by @carneliancooks
Lavender Haze
Lots of you know this one by now! When we think of crowdpleasing cocktails, this elevated lemonade is as delightful as it gets. Layered in both appearance and flavour, the Lavender Haze is certainly creeping up on us.
INGREDIENTS
- 2 oz Empress 1908 Indigo Gin
- 1 oz Lavender Honey Syrup*
- 2 oz Homestyle Lemonade
- Lavender Sprigs, for garnish
METHOD
Fill a stemless wine glass with crushed ice. Shake lemonade and syrup on ice and strain into the glass. Layer Empress 1908 Indigo Gin on top and add more crushed ice. Garnish with a lavender sprig.
*Simply combine ¾ cup honey with 1 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Once combined, add 2 tbsp dried lavender buds. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes. Cool, strain and voilà! It can be kept in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Captured by @evakosmasflores
TIP! For a zero-proof version, create the Lavender No-Haze by swapping out the gin for Empress 1908 0.0 Indigo and dialling back the lavender honey syrup to ½ oz.
French Blonde
Blondie’s favourite cocktail, and it’s no wonder why! With a lively citrusy palate balanced with light elderflower sweetness, the French Blonde is equal parts elegant and delectable. This take by @itscocktailhour_ features our Empress Elderflower Rose Gin to introduce another dimension of floral complexity.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 oz Empress 1908 Elderflower Rose Gin
- 1½ oz Lillet Blanc
- ½ oz Elderflower Liqueur
- 2 oz Grapefruit Juice
- 2 Dashes of Lemon Bitters
- Lemon Twist, for garnish
METHOD
In a cocktail shaker, combine Empress 1908 Elderflower Rose Gin, Lillet Blanc, elderflower liqueur, grapefruit juice, and lemon bitters. Add ice and shake well. Strain into a coupe or martini glass and garnish. Enjoy!
Showgirl 75
All the sparkles in this French 75 twist by @takestwoeggs make it as radiant as the life of a showgirl! Boasting tang and effervescence that excite the tastebuds, this bejewelled cocktail will make the whole place shimmer.
INGREDIENTS
- 1½ oz Empress 1908 Indigo Gin
- ½ oz Simple Syrup
- ½ oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 3-4 oz of Sparkling Rosé
- Pinch of Silver Cocktail Glitter (optional, but highly recommended 😉)
- Lemon Twist, to garnish
METHOD
Add Empress Indigo Gin, simple syrup, and lemon juice to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake generously. Strain into a champagne flute. Top off with rosé. Stir in a pinch of cocktail glitter (optional). Garnish with a lemon twist. Enjoy!
Like each era within Tay-Tay’s discography, these cocktails are sure to dazzle with their reputations of being oh-so delish. Let us know which you end up sipping first by tagging us at @empress1908gin in your reshake on Instagram!
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Sip responsibly!
