Empress 1908 Cucumber Lemon Gin is the latest release from Victoria Distillers, following Empress 1908 Indigo Gin and Empress 1908 Elderflower Rose Gin. Inspired by the flavors of afternoon tea, it is crafted with eight botanicals, including juniper, lemon peel, garden cucumber, jasmine and cardamom. Designed for versatility, it offers a fresh, balanced profile suited to both classic and contemporary cocktails.
It’s all quite bright and fresh with a balanced, airy sweetness that lingers on the gently peppered finish with hints of clove and lemon zest. Almost no need for the citrus in this G&T. Other more elaborate cocktail possibilities abound.