Twilight Empress Sour

Description: The Twilight Empress Sour is a mesmerizing blend of the distinctive butterfly pea flower-infused Empress Gin, which offers a magical color-changing experience, paired with the rich, velvety texture of egg whites. This cocktail brings a touch of elegance and intrigue to any evening affair, with its smooth botanical notes and a hint of citrus to brighten the ensemble. Ingredients: - 2 oz Empress 1908 Gin (Infused with butterfly pea flower for natural color) - 3/4 oz Fresh lemon juice - 1/2 oz Simple syrup - 1/2 oz St-Germain elderflower liqueur - 1 Egg white - Ice cubes - Garnish: Lemon twist and a sprinkle of edible violet petals Instructions: 1. In a shaker, combine Empress 1908 Gin, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, St-Germain, and one egg white. 2. Dry shake (without ice) vigorously for about 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white. 3. Add ice to the shaker and shake again until well-chilled. 4. Double-strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass to ensure a smooth, froth-topped drink. 5. Carefully garnish with a lemon twist and edible violet petals to echo the gin's floral notes and enhance the visual appeal. Glass: Serve in a classic coupe glass to showcase the beautiful color and to maintain the frothy egg white layer on top of the cocktail.