Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: classic gin cocktails, empress gin cocktails, gin cocktails, Lemon Juice, lemon juice cocktails, mango cocktails, soda water
Servings: 1
- 2 oz Empress Gin
- ½ cup mango
- 0.75 oz ginger saffron syrup
- 0.75 oz lemon juice
- Soda water to top
- Lemon slice for garnish
In a shaker, muddle the chopped mango with lemon juice and ginger saffron syrup until the mango is juicy and broken down.
Pour the mixture into your glass.
Add ice, then top with soda water.
Gently pour the Empress Gin over the top to create a layered effect.
Garnish with a lemon slice. Stir before sipping.
Pro Tips
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Use very ripe mango for the sweetest flavor.
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To make your own ginger saffron syrup, simmer fresh ginger slices and a pinch of saffron in equal parts sugar and water. Strain and cool.
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For extra chill, freeze your glass before building the drink.