Three Emmas: Captivating Sherry and Gin Cocktail
Aug 29, 2025
The Three Emmas is a bright, elegant lemon gin cocktail with real personality. It takes the classic gin sour and gives it a confident little twist with sherry. The result is crisp, nutty and floral in all the right places.
Cassie McCloud created this beauty for Hotel Emma in San Antonio. It features our award winning Rose Cordial, which brings serious flavor and no artificial anything. This drink is balanced, aromatic and built to impress.
Three Emmas Cocktail Recipe
Yields 1 drink.
Ingredients:
- 0.75 oz The Botanist Gin
- 1 oz Sandeman Character Sherry
- 1 oz El Guapo™ Rose Cordial
- 0.5 oz grapefruit juice
- 0.5 oz lemon juice
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions:
- Add all ingredients to a shaker filled with ice.
- Shake until cold.
- Strain into a tulip or coupe over standard ice cubes.
- Garnish with a basil leaf.
Why This Sherry and Gin Cocktail Works
Gin brings bright botanicals. Sherry brings nutty depth. Together they create a drink that hits citrus, floral and savory notes all at once. The lemon and grapefruit lift the drink and keep it refreshing. The Rose Cordial ties everything together with soft floral sweetness. Impeccable sourcing is our love language and you can taste it here.
More About the Hotel Emma
This cocktail is named for the iconic Hotel Emma in San Antonio. The hotel lives inside a restored nineteenth century brewhouse and delivers hospitality with real heart. Cassie designed the Three Emmas to match that warm elegance. It is a fitting signature.
Looking for more cocktail inspiration? Explore our complete collection of recipes and discover your next favorite drink. Have a question? Contact us for assistance, or visit El Guapo's homepage to explore everything we offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does sherry taste like in a cocktail?
Dry sherry brings nutty, savory depth. It adds complexity without adding too much sweetness.
What is a cordial?
A cordial is a sweetened syrup that adds flavor and structure. Our Rose Cordial is made from real roses and brings a delicate floral layer to this drink.
What's the difference between an Old Fashioned and a Manhattan?
Each uses a different approach to sweetness and structure. An Old Fashioned uses sugar and bitters. A Manhattan uses vermouth and bitters. This conversation matters because amaro can behave like vermouth in certain drinks. It brings herbal depth without shifting the drink into Manhattan territory.
