Empi Light (Emperador Light) is usually either consumed neat or chased with cola during tagay sessions with friends. But it also works in cocktails. We used this spirit for a fun and quirky drink that’s sure to be a hit at your next Christmas party. Emperatriz is a sweet and refreshing cocktail that uses ingredients easily found in grocery stores. The basil adds a nice herbal aroma to the drink and the apricot jam gives it a fruity finish. You can substitute any jam or marmalade for the apricot, so it’s easy to shake things up with your own mix.
Glass: rock glass
Ice: round ice
Ingredients:
- 50 ml Emperador Brandy Light
1 dollop apricot jam
25 ml honey syrup - 3 pcs basil leaves
- 15 ml lemon juice
Directions:
- Clap basil to release its oils before adding it to the mixture.
- Add all ingredients in a shaker.
- Stir before adding ice to give the jam the chance to dissolve.
- Add ice to the mixture.
- Shake.
- Double strain into rock glass with round ice.
Video by Star Sabroso • Photography by Chapter One Studio • Food and props styling by Chichi Tullao
