Empress 1908 Gin — the handcrafted, small-batch gin behind the viral Lavender Haze cocktail — has crafted a NEW lineup of Swiftie-inspired cocktail recipes to celebrate Taylor Swift as she enters her newest era.
From a riff on Taylor’s go-to French 75 to glitter-dusted creations, these cocktails are the perfect way to toast to her dazzling new bridal-meets-showgirl era while searching for easter eggs, at album listening parties or any Swiftie-themed gathering. It’s also the perfect holiday gift for Swifities!
FRENCH BLONDE
Description: Mix up Blondie’s favorite cocktail with our Empress 1908 Elderflower Rose Gin — the perfect orange-hued sip for the TS12 era!
Ingredients
- 1 oz Empress 1908 Elderflower Rose Gin
- 1.5 oz Lillet Blanc
- 0.5 oz Elderflower Liqueur
- 2 oz Grapefruit Juice
- 2 dashes 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. Enjoy!
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RED LIPSTICK & LACE
Description: For our ‘Honey’ lovers out there, the Red Lipstick & Lace features a delicate balance of warm spice and classic sweetness.
Ingredients:
- 1 oz Empress 1908 Indigo Gin
- 0.5 oz Cocchi Americano
- 3 drops Fresh Ginger Juice
- 0.5 oz Honey Syrup
- 2 cracks Fresh Cracked Pepper
- Bee Pollen & Pink Peppercorns, for garnish
Method: Shake ingredients without ice. Pour into a glass over a large ice cube. Garnish with bee pollen and crushed pink peppercorns.
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UNDER THE BRIGHT LIGHTS
Description: Glittery, memorable and topped with ‘Tiny Bubbles inChampagne,’ Under Bright Lights is decadent, dreamy, and best enjoyed post-curtain call!
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Empress 1908 Elderflower Rose Gin
- 0.75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 0.5 oz Strawberry Syrup
- 0.25 oz Crème de Cacao
- Champagne, to top
- Edible Glitter, for garnish
Method: Shake all ingredients except champagne with ice and pour in a coupe. Top with champagne and garnish with edible sparkle. Enjoy!
Photo by @sne_dc
SHINY BUG
Description: This wintergreen-hued cocktail is perfectly refreshing and crisp. With garden herbs and cucumber, it’s a certified thirst-quencher!
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Empress 1908 Indigo Gin
- Cucumber Slices
- Fresh Mint
- Fresh Basil Leaves
- Soda Water, to top
- Herbs & Cucumber Ribbon, to garnish
Method: Muddle cucumber, basil, and mint in the bottom of a chilled rocks glass. Add ice and Empress 1908 Indigo Gin. Top with soda water. Garnish with a cucumber ribbon and basil. Enjoy!
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LAVENDER HAZE
Description: Meet us at Midnight with our Lavender Haze cocktail. This Eras Tour sip makes a comeback just in time to toast to Shiny Bugs and Violet Shimmer!.
- 2 oz Empress 1908 Indigo Gin
- 1 oz Lavender Honey Syrup
- 2 oz Lemonade
- Lavender Sprig, 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.
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LAKESIDE BEACH BLUE
Description: With its deep blue jewel tone and bright citrus notes, our Lakeside Beach cocktail is a must on any “Wi$h Li$t”!
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Empress 1908 Indigo Gin
- 0.33 oz Grapefruit Liqueur
- 0.33 oz Dry Vermouth
- 0.33 oz Butterfly Pea Tea
- Grapefruit Twist, for garnish
Method: Stir ingredients on ice. Strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass. Express citrus and garnish with citrus peel (or blueberries for an extra pop of blue).
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THAT’S SHOWBUSINESS
Description: Showstopping flavors of mango and ginger combine to create the perfect cocktail for any showgirl.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Empress 1908 Indigo Gin
- 1 Mango, cubed
- 0.75 oz Ginger Syrup
- 0.75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- Soda Water, to top
- Lemon Slice, for garnish
Method: In a shaker, muddle the mango, lemon juice, and ginger syrup until the flavours meld and the mango resembles a juicy puree. Pour the mixture into a glass. Add ice cubes and top with soda water. Finish by pouring Empress 1908 Indigo Gin over the top. Garnish with a lemon slice and serve chilled. Stir before enjoying!
Photo by Preethi Venkatram
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