Empress 1908 Indigo Gin
Empress 1908 Indigo Gin
Empress 1908 Indigo Gin is a premium craft gin available at Gifted Pour, your destination for fine spirits with fast, reliable delivery. Distilled with a thoughtfully sourced botanical blend, this gin balances classic juniper character with modern complexity.
Empress 1908 Indigo Gin is an extraordinary spirit that captivates the senses with its remarkable qualities. Crafted with precision and creativity, this gin offers a symphony of flavors, a brilliant indigo hue, and a unique character that pays homage to tradition while embracing innovation. A result of the collaboration between Victoria Distillers and the renowned Fairmont Empress Hotel, Empress 1908 Gin is a tribute to the elegance and sophistication of cocktail culture.
Empress 1908 Indigo opens with a fragrant nose of juniper, citrus peel, and fresh herbs. The palate is crisp and layered — classic gin structure with nuanced botanical notes that evolve from the first sip to the last. The finish is clean and refreshing, with lingering spice and a touch of citrus brightness.
Exceptional in a classic Gin & Tonic with a high-quality tonic and a garnish of your choice — try cucumber, lemon, or a sprig of rosemary. It also shines in a Negroni, Gimlet, or Martini, bringing depth and character to any gin cocktail.
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Tasting Notes
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Why Gifted Pour recommends it
This is a gin that gives the recipient a little theater every time they pour it. Its brilliant indigo color sits alongside a botanical blend that includes butterfly pea blossoms and the Fairmont Empress House Tea blend, and the hue transforms as tonic hits the glass. That makes it a natural gift for the friend who loves hosting or the cocktail-curious couple setting up a home bar. Made by Victoria Distillers in British Columbia in collaboration with the Fairmont Empress Hotel, it carries a sense of place that makes the gift feel considered. In the glass, a delicate floral nose hints at rose petals. The palate moves from gentle earthiness into bright grapefruit peel and warm ginger and cinnamon, then finishes with a lingering herbal complexity. It suits a housewarming, a birthday, or a bridal shower toast. The recipient can build an Empress and Tonic, stir an Indigo Martini, shake a frothy Empress Sour, or simply sip it neat or on the rocks to appreciate the botanicals.
Pairs well with
- Grilled shrimp with citrus — The gin's robust grapefruit peel notes echo the citrus on the plate while its warm ginger lifts the char.
- Bridal shower brunch — A Floral Collins made with this gin leans into its rose-petal nose and floral character for a pretty, celebratory pour.
- Housewarming party gift — Pouring tonic and watching the indigo hue transform gives new homeowners an easy showpiece cocktail for their first guests.
Questions about this bottle
Who makes Empress 1908 Indigo Gin?
It is produced by Victoria Distillers in British Columbia, Canada. The gin is the result of a collaboration between Victoria Distillers and the Fairmont Empress Hotel, and its botanicals include the Fairmont Empress House Tea blend.
What does it taste like?
Expect a delicate floral nose hinting at rose petals. The palate opens with earthiness from butterfly pea blossoms and the Empress House Tea blend, then brings grapefruit peel alongside warm ginger and cinnamon. A gentle herbal depth follows, with a soft texture and a lingering herbal finish.
Does the color really change in a cocktail?
Yes. The suggested Empress and Tonic is built with 2 parts gin to 3 parts tonic over ice, and the indigo hue transforms as you pour the mixer. Garnish with a lemon twist or a sprig of rosemary to finish the drink.
What size is the bottle, and is it a good gift?
It is a 750 ml bottle. Its striking indigo color and versatility make it a thoughtful gift for anyone who enjoys mixing drinks, since it works in an Empress and Tonic, Indigo Martini, Floral Collins, or Empress Sour, and can also be sipped neat or on the rocks.
