Simplify the cocktail-making process with these culinary-inspired tips ..read more

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Get ready for Negroni Week 2024 with Empress 1908 by mixing up these recipes ..read more

Elevate your next sip with these expert techniques! Ready to kick your cocktails up a notch? We’re breaking down a selection of advanced at-home ingredients that’ll bring your sippable creations to new heights! Whether you’re looking to impress your guests with your mixology know-how or keen to take on a challenge, these five show-stopping additions will put your skills to the test. Pictured cocktail – Bramble 2.0 by @jfdesfosses (R) JUMP to the Category: Shrubs Oleo Saccharum Acid-Adjusted Juice Cordials Cocktail Foams 1. Shrubs If you checked out our previous article on cocktails from y ..read more

Create the most stunning final touch to your next sippable masterpiece! We eat and drink with our eyes first. Of course, the most important part of a cocktail is how delicious it tastes, but first impressions and visual appeal can greatly impact its perception! Garnishes are the perfect opportunity to create a multisensory experience by introducing aromatic, textural, and aesthetic complexity. Read on to explore three options that will splendidly accent your crafted tipple! JUMP to the Category: Edible Ribbons Maximalist Rim Flavoured Oil Drops 1. Edible Ribbons Let’s start off with some ..read more

Try out these tasty mixes to bring on the seasonal vibes! The sun’s been off-and-on here in beautiful Sidney, BC, but we’re still feeling the shining mood nevertheless. As the days grow longer, you can find us shaking up plenty of cocktails in anticipation of warmer weather ahead. That’s why we’re sharing some of our favourite flavour pairings to play with this upcoming season— so, pick up some fresh produce and let’s explore our go-to sunny day drinks! Cherry Orange Blossom – @dawnofthedeliciousCucumber BlueThe Garden Party – @theweekendmixologist JUMP to the Category: Florals and Citrus V ..read more

Add a splash of blossoming magic to your springtime drinks! It goes without saying that we love using flowers in our sippable creations. This time of year, floral ingredients radiate with colourful elegance and add delicate nuance when paired with gin. Read on to discover our favourite ways of incorporating the seasonal blooms to your own cocktails at home! JUMP to the Category: Garnish Syrup Soda Liqueur Bitters Bonus 1. Garnish Is there anything as gorgeous as a drink adorned with a flower? Even if your base cocktail recipe doesn’t have floral ingredients, this type of garnish works wo ..read more

Upgrade your sips with easy-to-prep ingredients! Creating complex cocktails doesn’t have to be complicated. Sure, it may be nice to have an extensive home bar or fancy tools, but even a few minor tweaks to a classic recipe can result in a truly unique and delicious final product! We’re going to show you three easy techniques to transform your sippable creations. Second photo: Blue Martinez by @jfdesfosses JUMP to the Category: Add a touch of salt! Be bold with bitters! Customize your ice! 1. Add a touch of salt! As our good friend @thirstywhale_ says, incorporating a little bit of salt t ..read more

MAKE AMAZING SIPS WITH ITEMS YOU HAVE AT HOME Turning the simplest ingredients into showstopping cocktails is all-too-easy with Empress 1908 Gin. From improvised mixology tools to tasty items you’ve got hiding your pantry, we’re here to help you turn the ordinary into special and delicious mixing moments! And who knows? You’ll probably whip up something especially creative! Sir Earl – @mrs.barnesBerry G&T – @delight.fuelPollination JUMP to the category: Hack a bar set with mixology tool substitutions Sweeten up your recipes in a pinch Pantry items that make fabulous cocktails MIXOLOGY ..read more

Add a touch of holiday magic to your Empress 1908 sips this season! The holiday cocktail creations continue in full swing! Let’s not waste any more time — light up some inspo for your own yuletide festivities with our favourite seasonal flavours. Trust us when we say that all of these pair perfectly with both our Empress Indigo and Elderflower Rose expressions! Ready to get mixing? Jump to the category! Cranberries Spices Hearty Herbs Orange Chocolate Peppermint Cranberries! Is there a fruit that screams “Christmas” more than cranberries? We love how their tart, yet rich burst of flavou ..read more