This drink is simple. Delicious and refreshing. It works great for a hot summer day or as the drink for the Lover course of a Taylor Swift-themed dinner party. In addition, it’s an eye-catching Alice in Wonderland-esque purple drink.
Empress 1908 Gin is created with butterfly pea flowers. The flowers are what give Empress its distinctive purple hue. They have a slight floral taste and are most commonly used in teas and natural food coloring.
What’s the Taylor Swift connection?
It’s called “drinking in the afternoon” after a lyric in “London Boy.” Gin and Tonics are often associated with British culture. It really went hand-in-hand.
You know I love a London boy
I enjoy walking SoHo, drinking in the afternoon (yeah)
He likes my American smile
Like a child when our eyes meet, darling, I fancy you (you)
The “Cruel Summer” G&T
- 2 oz Empress 1908 Gin
- 3 oz Elderflower Tonic
- Edible Flowers
- Ice
Let’s Make It
- Fill a glass with ice
- Add gin, then tonic
- Top with an edible flower garnishment
- Drink and enjoy!