Empress 1908 Indigo Gin
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Empress 1908 Indigo Gin is a premium craft gin available at Liquor Geeks, 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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Bottle details
| Type | Contemporary Gin |
|---|---|
| Brand | Empress 1908 |
| Producer | Victoria Distillers |
| Origin | British Columbia, Canada |
| Strength | 42.5% ABV (85 proof) |
| Bottle size | 750 ml |
| Made from | neutral grain spirit with botanicals including butterfly pea blossom |
Why Liquor Geeks recommends it
This is the gin that turns heads before anyone takes a sip. It is a contemporary Canadian gin from Victoria Distillers in British Columbia, made in collaboration with the Fairmont Empress Hotel, with a striking indigo hue and butterfly pea blossom among its botanicals. Pour tonic into it and the color shifts in the glass, which makes it a natural pick for hosts and anyone building cocktails with visual flair. The color is not the whole story, though. The nose leans floral with a hint of rose. The palate opens with an earthy base from the butterfly pea and the Fairmont Empress House Tea blend, then brings grapefruit peel alongside ginger and cinnamon warmth, settling into a soft texture and a lingering herbal finish. At 42.5% ABV, it has enough backbone for a Martini or a Sour while staying approachable for someone newer to gin. We carry it because it does both jobs well: it starts conversations, and its botanical profile is layered enough to reward sipping neat or on the rocks.
Pairs well with
- Grapefruit and fennel salad — The grapefruit peel in the gin echoes the citrus in the salad and keeps every bite bright.
- Afternoon tea with friends — The Fairmont Empress House Tea blend in the botanicals gives the gin a natural kinship with a tea-time spread.
- Garden party cocktail hour — Its floral rose notes and color-shifting indigo hue make for striking, refreshing drinks like the Floral Collins.
Questions about this bottle
Does the color really change when you mix it?
Does the color really change when you mix it?
Yes. Empress 1908 Indigo Gin has a distinctive indigo hue, and the color transforms as you pour in a mixer like tonic water. That visual shift is a big part of its appeal in an Empress & Tonic or other cocktails.
What does Empress 1908 Indigo Gin taste like?
What does Empress 1908 Indigo Gin taste like?
Expect a delicate floral nose with hints of rose petals. On the palate, the butterfly pea blossom and Fairmont Empress House Tea blend bring an earthy base, followed by grapefruit peel, ginger and cinnamon. The texture is soft, and the finish lingers with warm herbal complexity.
Who makes it and where is it from?
Who makes it and where is it from?
It is produced by Victoria Distillers in British Columbia, Canada, as a collaboration with the Fairmont Empress Hotel. The gin is a tribute to the elegance of cocktail culture.
What are the best ways to drink it?
What are the best ways to drink it?
Try an Empress & Tonic (2 parts gin to 3 parts tonic over ice), an Indigo Martini with dry vermouth and a grapefruit twist, a Floral Collins with elderflower liqueur, or an Empress Sour. At 42.5% ABV (85 proof) it is also pleasant neat or on the rocks.
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