Empress 1908 Indigo Gin is made by Victoria Distillers in British Columbia in small-batch copper pot stills, with eight botanicals including butterfly pea blossom that gives it its indigo color, at 42.5% ABV.
It is inspired by the Fairmont Empress Hotel in Victoria, whose tea blend includes butterfly pea blossom.
The color shifts to lavender, pink or fuchsia depending on the mixer.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Piney juniper and citrus with floral notes.
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Palate: Juniper-forward.
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Finish: Clean.
Specifications
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Producer: Victoria Distillers
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Style: Small-Batch Gin
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Proof / ABV: 85 proof (42.5% ABV)
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Region: British Columbia, Canada
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Serve in a gin and tonic and watch the color change.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Empress 1908 Indigo Gin?
A small-batch gin colored indigo by butterfly pea blossom.
What proof is it?
85 proof (42.5% ABV).
Does the color change?
Yes. It shifts to lavender, pink or fuchsia with citrus or tonic.
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