Empress 1908 Indigo Gin 750ml
Empress 1908 Gin is a collaboration between Victoria Distillers and Victoria, British Columbia's historic Fairmont Empress Hotel, handcrafted in small batches using traditional copper pot stills....
The Story Behind The Bottle
Habits Bottle Shop
Empress 1908 Gin is a collaboration between Victoria Distillers and Victoria, British Columbia's historic Fairmont Empress Hotel, handcrafted in small batches using traditional copper pot stills. The gin is best known for its striking natural indigo hue, derived from butterfly pea flower, which shifts to soft pink or purple when mixed with tonic, citrus, or other acidic ingredients — a built-in party trick that makes it a favorite for visual cocktails.
Beneath the color, this is a well-built London Dry style gin, with juniper joined by botanicals like rose, and a citrus brightness on the nose. The palate is smooth and floral with a clean juniper core, finishing crisp and balanced. It's tailor-made for a color-changing Gin and Tonic, and equally at home in a classic Aviation or a French 75-style cocktail where the color transformation becomes part of the presentation.
Whether you're chasing a showstopping cocktail or just want a beautifully presented gin for your home bar, Empress 1908 delivers on both style and substance. Order this indigo gin online at Habits Bottle Shop and bring some color-changing magic to your next round.
What To Expect In The Glass
Gin
Ways To Pour It
Neat
Served on its own in a rocks glass, letting the full character come through exactly as crafted.
On The Rocks
A single large-format ice cube slowly opens things up and softens the edges as it melts.
In A Cocktail
Works well as the backbone of a simple classic — let it do the heavy lifting.
