Effortlessly stylish and sharply perceptive, Nigel (Stanley Tucci) in The Devil Wears Prada carries the kind of presence that commands a room without demanding attention. The Short King cocktail channels that same energy. It’s refined, expressive, and balanced. Tart pomegranate and fresh lemon create a foundation for Empress 1908 Gin’s botanical depth and visual intrigue. Accents of Luxardo and red vermouth round out the luxurious profile while a dash of Angostura bitters adds just the right amount of edge. It’s the kind of drink that doesn’t follow trends. Instead, it defines them.
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The Short King Cocktail
Description
Oh how we love our short, bald king, Nigel.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz pomegranate juice
- 1 oz Empress Gin
- 1/4 oz Luxardo
- 1/4 oz red vermouth
- 1/2 oz fresh squeezed lemon
- Dash of Angostura bitters
Instructions
- Mix ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Strain into glass with fresh ice and garnish with luxardo cherry.
Recipe by TABLE Magazine Staff
Photography by Dave Bryce
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