West Coast White Negroni Recipe
crisp, floral, bittersweet empress 1908 indigo gin, bitter bianca from victoria distillers, esquimalt dry vermouth, saline
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Ingredients
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Cocktail
Garnish
Method
Prepare and Mix
Combine ingredients
In a mixing glass, add the Empress 1908 Indigo Gin (1.5 oz), Bitter Bianco (1.0 oz), Esquimalt Dry Vermouth (0.75 oz), and saline (0.25 tsp).
Add ice and stir
Fill the mixing glass with ice (about 1 cup or enough to reach near the top). Stir gently for 30–45 seconds until well-chilled and properly diluted (aim for about 20–25% dilution). Stirring length may vary with ice temperature and size; finished drink should be cold and slightly diluted.
Strain
Double-strain the cocktail through a julep or fine mesh strainer into the chilled glass to remove any small ice shards for a clear presentation.
Garnish & Finish
Express the lemon twist over the surface of the cocktail by holding the peel (pith side down) about 6 inches above the drink and giving it a gentle squeeze so oils spray onto the surface. Run the peel around the rim if desired, then drop it into the drink.
Optionally float an edible flower on the surface for an extra floral visual that pairs with the Empress gin's violet hue.
Serve immediately. The saline should subtly lift flavors and round the bitterness while the Empress gin contributes crisp, floral notes and the Bitter Bianco and dry vermouth add bittersweet and herbaceous balance.