This is the perfect Halloween cocktail. Empress Gin has a distinct indigo colour which makes it really fun to experiment with. It changes colours when mixed with different ingredients and in this particular cocktail recipe, it's perfect for creating a colour block and gradient in your cocktail. Blood orange juice is right on theme for this spooky time of the year and a dash of Cointreau adds a sweetness to the cocktail.
Ingredients
2 oz. Empress 1908 Gin
4 oz. Blood orange juice
1 oz. Cointreau (or any other orange or citrus liqueur)
Tonic water (to top)
Ice (for shaker)
Orange twist (optional for garnish)
Directions
In a cocktail shaker over ice, combine Blood orange juice and Cointreau. Shake well and strain into a glass.
Top with a small splash of tonic water.
Layer Empress 1908 Gin on top. To do this, tilt the glass and slowly pour the gin on top.
Top with orange twist garnish.
Enjoy!
** The layered effect is great for presentation, but I recommend stirring before drinking!