Blue Empress Lemonade
Discover the Blue Empress Lemonade—a regal blend of Empress Gin, zesty lemonade, and sweet blueberries. Perfect for a refreshing sip!
Servings: 1 cocktail
Equipment
- Measuring Cups
- Small Sauce Pan
- Fine Mesh Sieve
- Bowl
- Shot glass
- Coup Glasses
Ingredients
Cocktail Ingredients
- 2 oz Empress Gin noted for its natural indigo color
- 1 oz blueberry simple syrup
- 3 oz lemonade
- Fresh blueberries and a lemon twist for garnish
Blueberry Simple Syrup:
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
Instructions
Make the Blueberry Simple Syrup:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, water, and sugar.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until the sugar is dissolved and blueberries have started to break down, about 10-15 minutes.
- Strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve, pressing on the blueberries to extract as much liquid as possible. Allow the syrup to cool completely.
Assemble the Cocktail:
- In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz of Empress Gin, 1 oz of blueberry simple syrup, and 3 oz of lemonade.
- Stir well to mix the ingredients thoroughly.
Chill and Serve:
- Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass to keep the drink cold and maintain a sleek presentation.
- Garnish with fresh blueberries and a twist of lemon on the edge of the glass.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the sophisticated and refreshing taste of Blue Empress Lemonade.