Luck Of The Iris
Jan 26, 2024
Luck of the iris
HAIL IRIS! @kreweofiris is the oldest & largest womenās parading organization in the State of Louisiana! Cheers to the ladies making Mardi Gras magic possible every year.
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Makes 1 cocktail
xĀ The Sauceress
ā¢ 1.5 oz Empress Gin
ā¢ .5 oz Creme de Violette
ā¢ .5 ozĀ El GuapoĀ® Lemon Cordial š
ā¢ 2 oz Brut RosĆ©
ā¢ 1 oz Soda Water
ā¢ Mint & BrĆ»lĆ©ed Lemon Wedge, for garnish
Combine Violette Liqueur & Lemon Cordial in a mixing glass. Stir with ice, then add soda water. Strain into a glass full of ice, then add chilled brut rosƩ. Fill with more ice if needed, then top with a float of Empress Gin. Garnish with fresh mint & brƻlƩed lemon wedge.
Fun fact: Orris Root, which is the root of an Iris variety, is often used to give creme de violette its aroma & flavor.
