Empress 1908 Elderflower Rose Gin
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Empress 1908 Elderflower Rose Gin

Empress 1908750 ml42.5% ABV

A captivating floral masterpiece of elderflower and rose

This stunning artisanal gin balances bright juniper with the soft, elegant sweetness of elderflower and red rose petals. It offers a beautiful natural hue and a highly fragrant, multidimensional botanical profile that elevates any cocktail.

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88/ 100
Very good
Beverage Testing Institute· read the review

Best enjoyed

Well chilled38-45F
GlassCopa glass
Springtime
Brunch
Gifting
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Food pairings

Traditional
Seared scallops with lemon butter
Vegetarian
Herbed goat cheese crostini with honey drizzle
Cheese
Fresh chèvre or triple-cream Brie
Also good withFruitSalad

Cocktails to make with it

Empress Rose Tonic

  • 2 oz Empress Elderflower Rose Gin
  • 3 oz Premium tonic water
  • 1 Grapefruit peel twist

Fill a Copa or rocks glass with ice. Pour in the gin, top with tonic water, and stir gently. Garnish with a fresh grapefruit twist.

Serve in a copa glass

Elderflower Rose French 75

  • 1.5 oz Empress Elderflower Rose Gin
  • 0.75 oz Fresh lemon juice
  • 0.5 oz Simple syrup
  • 3 oz Prosecco

Shake gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice. Strain into a champagne flute and top with chilled Prosecco.

The story behind it

The maker

Victoria Distillers collaborated with the historic Fairmont Empress Hotel in British Columbia to create the Empress gin portfolio. Established in 2008, the distillery is known for combining classic distilling techniques with innovative natural botanicals to craft visually and sensorially striking spirits.

How it is made

Handcrafted at Victoria Distillers, this gin utilizes a unique blend of botanicals including elderflower, red rose petals, and black carrot for its vibrant natural color. The copper pot stills and pure Canadian waters of Vancouver Island contribute to its exceptionally smooth texture.

From British Columbia, Canada

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