The Imperial Ginger pairs the fruity sweetness of Élixir Impérial with the lively spice of ginger ale. A dash of lemon brings balance, making this an easy drink to prepare at home for an aperitif or after dinner.
Ingredients for one drink
- 5 cl Élixir Impérial
- 10 cl well-chilled ginger ale
- 1 cl fresh lemon juice
- large ice cubes
- 1 thin pear slice or a strip of lemon zest
Method
- Fill a large glass with plenty of ice.
- Pour in 5 cl of Élixir Impérial and 1 cl of fresh lemon juice.
- Gently top with 10 cl of ginger ale.
- Give it one gentle stir to preserve the bubbles, then add the garnish.
Why the pairing works
Élixir Impérial is a 50 cl, 35% ABV liqueur made from pear and apple distillates blended with cognac. Ginger adds lift, while lemon sharpens the balance. Choose a less sweet ginger ale if you prefer a drier drink.
A gold medallist at the 2025 World Liqueur Awards and the 2026 Frankfurt International Trophy, Élixir Impérial can also be enjoyed lightly chilled or over ice.
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