My New Orleans 02/01/2021 A collaboration between Victoria Distillers and the majestic Fairmont Empress Hotel in British Columbia, Empress 1908 gin serves as the perfect base, blending citrus notes with tea and exotic herbs. Mixologists find it easy to fall in love with Empress 1908 gin derived from butterfly pea blossoms that give the libation its natural indigo color. Handcrafted in small-batch copper pot stills, its exquisite taste, regal look and delicate aroma make for a remarkable presentation. Shortly after Bon Temps Grill’s proprietors, Steven and Patrick O’Bryan, moved their popular Cajun haven to the new (former Blue Dog Café) location in November, bar manager and live music coordinator Amy Dillard debuted the Empress Mule made with Empress 1908 gin.