Empress Old Fashioned



Empress Old Fashioned

This Empress Old Fashioned keeps the classic spirit-forward structure of the traditional cocktail but adds a stunning lavender-purple hue and gentle floral botanicals from Empress 1908 Gin. Smooth, lightly sweet, and visually captivating—this drink is perfect for evenings when you want something refined and modern.

✨ Ingredients (1 Cocktail)

For the Cocktail

  • 2 oz Empress 1908 Gin

  • ½ oz simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water), adjust to taste

  • 2–3 dashes orange bitters

  • 1–2 dashes Aromatic bitters (Angostura-style), optional for depth

  • 1 large clear ice cube or several small cubes

For Garnish

  • Orange peel (wide strip, fresh)

  • Lemon peel (optional, for added brightness)

  • Edible flowers or lavender sprig (optional, elegant finish)

✨ Instructions

1. Prepare Your Glass

  1. Use a chilled Old Fashioned glass or short rocks glass.

  2. Add the large clear ice cube to keep the drink cold without diluting too quickly.

2. Build the Cocktail

  1. In a mixing glass, combine:

    • 2 oz Empress 1908 Gin

    • ½ oz simple syrup

    • 2–3 dashes orange bitters

    • (Optional) 1–2 dashes aromatic bitters

  2. Add ice and stir for 20–25 seconds until well chilled.

    • Over-stirring will dilute; under-stirring will make it boozy and warm.

3. Strain and Serve

  1. Strain the chilled mixture into your prepared glass with the large ice cube.

  2. Express a strip of orange peel over the top:

    • Hold the peel over the drink and squeeze gently to release fragrant oils.

  3. Rub the peel lightly around the rim of the glass, then drop it into the drink.

  4. Optional: add a lemon peel twist or garnish with a small edible flower/lavender sprig for an elegant touch.




✨ Flavor Notes

  • Empress 1908 Gin brings a soft juniper base, grapefruit, tea botanicals, and its signature butterfly pea flower color.

  • The bitters and syrup balance the floral notes and give the cocktail a smooth, lightly sweet, aromatic profile.

  • Color will stay a deep indigo-violet unless lemon peel or citrus juice is added (which shifts it toward pink).

✨ Tips for the Perfect Empress Old Fashioned

  • Use clear ice: enhances presentation and melts more slowly.

  • Adjust sweetness:

    • ¼ oz syrup for a drier drink

    • Up to ¾ oz for a smoother, sweeter sip

  • Bitters selection matters:

    • Orange bitters highlight citrus botanicals

    • Aromatic bitters add warmth and complexity

    • Lavender or hibiscus bitters create a floral version

  • Avoid shaking: this drink should be silky, not cloudy.

✨ Variations

➤ Empress Earl Grey Old Fashioned

  • Swap simple syrup for Earl Grey tea syrup

  • Add a dash of lavender bitters

  • Garnish with expressed lemon peel

➤ Spiced Empress Old Fashioned

  • Use spice syrup (cinnamon, clove, star anise)

  • Add 1 dash Angostura bitters

  • Garnish with orange peel + star anise pod

➤ Floral Garden Empress Old Fashioned

  • Use honey-lavender syrup

  • Add rose or hibiscus bitters

  • Garnish with edible flowers

➤ Citrus-Forward Empress Old Fashioned

  • Add 1 barspoon of orange liqueur (Cointreau or Grand Marnier)

  • Use orange + grapefruit peel for garnish

✨ Serving Suggestions

Serve during:

  • Elegant dinner parties

  • Romantic evenings

  • Sunset cocktails

  • Holiday gatherings

  • Gin-tasting nights

Pairs beautifully with:

  • Cheese boards

  • Smoked salmon

  • Dark chocolate

  • Light citrus desserts

OTHER RECIPES



EMPRESS 1908

Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz Empress 1908 Gin
  • .75 oz Pisco
  • .25 oz simple syrup
  • 3 dashes Angostura Bitters
  • 3 dashes Peychauds Bitters

Instructions

Stir together on ice. 

Garnish with a Lemon twist. 

Cool. Enjoy the  Empress Old Fashioned recipes. !!!

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CRAB MEAT COCKTAIL


CRAB MEAT COCKTAIL RECIPE

A chilled crab meat cocktail is a timeless starter—light, refreshing, and beautifully seasoned. This expanded version includes a flavorful homemade cocktail sauce, preparation tips, serving ideas, and variations.

✨ Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Crab Cocktail:

  • 1 lb (450 g) fresh lump crab meat, picked over for shells

  • 1 small celery stalk, finely minced

  • 2 tbsp red onion or shallot, finely minced

  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

  • 1 tsp lemon zest

  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

  • 1–2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter (optional, for flavor richness)

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

  • A few dashes hot sauce (optional, to taste)

For the Classic Cocktail Sauce:

  • 1 cup ketchup

  • 3–4 tbsp prepared horseradish (adjust heat level)

  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 tsp hot sauce (such as Tabasco)

  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

  • ½ tsp smoked paprika or regular paprika

  • Pinch of salt

Optional Garnishes:

  • Lemon wedges

  • Fresh dill or extra parsley

  • Chopped chives

  • Paprika dusting

  • Baby lettuce, shredded

✨ Instructions

1. Prepare the Cocktail Sauce

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together:

    • ketchup

    • horseradish

    • Worcestershire

    • hot sauce

    • lemon juice

    • paprika

    • a pinch of salt

  2. Adjust flavor:

    • More horseradish for heat

    • More lemon for brightness

    • More ketchup for sweetness

  3. Chill the sauce for at least 20 minutes to deepen the flavors.

2. Prepare the Crab Mixture

  1. Carefully pick through the crab to remove any remaining shells or cartilage.

  2. In a mixing bowl, combine:

    • crab meat

    • minced celery

    • red onion/shallot

    • parsley

    • lemon zest

  3. Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil (or melted butter).

  4. Season lightly with salt, pepper, and optional hot sauce.

  5. Toss gently to avoid breaking the delicate crab lumps.

  6. Chill for 15–20 minutes.

3. Assemble the Crab Cocktails

  1. Use chilled cocktail glasses, parfait glasses, or small serving bowls.

  2. Add a spoonful of cocktail sauce at the base (optional).

  3. Fill each glass with the chilled crab mixture.

  4. Top with an extra spoonful of cocktail sauce.

  5. Garnish with lemon wedges, fresh herbs, and a light sprinkle of paprika.




✨ Serving Suggestions

  • Serve immediately while well-chilled.

  • Pair with:

    • buttered toast points

    • crackers

    • thinly sliced baguette

    • crisp lettuce cups

Perfect for:

  • holiday dinners

  • seafood nights

  • brunch buffets

  • cocktail parties

✨ Variations

➤ West Coast Style

  • Add diced avocado

  • Mix in lime juice instead of lemon

  • Add a spoon of chipotle mayo

➤ Mediterranean Style

  • Add diced cucumber, tomatoes, olives

  • Dress with olive oil, oregano, and lemon

➤ Asian-Inspired

  • Mix crab with sesame oil, soy sauce, ginger, and green onion

  • Serve with a spicy chili-lime dipping sauce

➤ Spicy Cajun Cocktail

  • Add Cajun seasoning, extra hot sauce, and chopped sweet peppers

✨ Chef Tips

  • Use the best crab available—lump or jumbo lump gives the most luxurious texture.

  • Keep everything cold for maximum freshness and flavor.

  • Don’t overmix or the crab will shred.

  • Make ahead: You can mix the sauce and prep ingredients a day in advance; combine with crab just before serving.


OTHER RECIPES




COCKTAIL INGREDIENTS
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • 1/2 cup tomato ketchup
  • 1 cup crab meat
  • 2 scallions or chives, chopped

COCKTAIL INSTRUCTIONS

Beat one cup of mayonnaise into one cup of whipped cream, add half a cup of tomato ketchup. 
Add chopped scallions or chives. 
Mix with a large cup of crab meat or imitation crab meat.
Chill on ice and serve in cocktail glasses....a great cocktail recipe....

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