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Empress Gin Black Widow Cocktail Recipe

Empress Gin Black Widow Cocktail Recipe
A bold and elegant cocktail made with Empress 1908 Gin, fresh lemon juice, blackberries, and optional egg white for foam. This visually stunning drink features deep purple hues, floral notes, and citrus brightness—perfect for special occasions or stylish evenings at home.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 Cocktail

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Strainer
  • Fine mesh sieve (optional)
  • Jigger or measuring spoons
  • Muddler
  • Chilled cocktail glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Small plate (optional, for sugar rim)

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Empress 1908 Gin
  • 1 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 3/4 oz simple syrup or honey lavender simple syrup
  • 4 –5 fresh blackberries
  • 2 dashes orange bitters
  • 1 egg white optional, for foam
  • Ice cubes enough for shaking
  • Sugar for glass rim, optional
  • Extra blackberries for garnish
  • Lemon twist for garnish

Instructions

  • Muddle blackberries in the bottom of the cocktail shaker until juicy.
  • Add Empress Gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, orange bitters, and egg white (if using).
  • Dry shake (without ice) for 20 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
  • Add ice and shake again for another 20 seconds until well chilled.
  • Strain the mixture through a cocktail strainer and fine mesh sieve into a chilled cocktail glass.
  • Garnish with a lemon twist and extra blackberries.