About the Empirical Cilantro Margarita The Cilantro Margarita is the improvement on the original that we never needed but are blessed with anyway. The herbal freshness of Empirical Cilantro plays just as well with a quality mezcal as it ...
About the Stonefruit Espresso Martini An Espresso Martini like no other—this version breaks with the usual vanilla-and-coffee profile and swaps in the warm, marzipan-like core of Empirical Stonefruit. It’s rich and grown-up, but still sn...
About the Al Pastor Margarita Inspired by the flavors of the classic al pastor taco, this is a fruity, herbaceous Margarita that leans into Empirical Cilantro and Chinola’s pineapple richness, with lime keeping everything taut and bright...
For all of you indulging in cold caffeine to beat the heat. Get your daily caffeine fix with a kick. The marzipan layers of our beloved Empirical Stonefruit brings extra complexity to this uplifting uncategorized highball.
A twist on the iconic 90s cocktail
About the Cilantro Lime & Yuzu Highball Light, crisp, and delightfully refreshing, the Cilantro Yuzu & Lime highball is the perfect drink for warm days or casual gatherings. This simple yet elegant cocktail highlights the herbaceous note...
About the Naked and Famous This riff on the modern classic Naked and Famous swaps mezcal and chartreuse for Empirical Cilantro and Faccia Brutto Centerbe, adding herbal brightness and grassy depth. Ayuuk introduces smoky chili warmth, wh...
Just like a negroni, but better!
About the Cilantro White Negroni This tropical reimagining of the White Negroni swaps gin for Empirical Cilantro, bringing fresh, grassy depth and a hint of citrus to the mix. Chinola Mango adds juicy tropical fruit notes, while Salers G...
Recipe by Chris, Head of Research and Development at Empirical.
SIMPLE SERVE / CLASSIC WITH A TWIST About the Ayuuk Batanga A delicious evolution of the classic Batanga, this cocktail draws its depth and smoky complexity from Empirical Ayuuk, crafted with Pasilla Mixe chili. Originating in 1950s Mexi...
About the Ayuuk Bloody Mary Nothing beats a perfectly seasoned Bloody Mary to help last night’s regrets melt away. This version takes the classic cocktail up a notch with Empirical Ayuuk, featuring smoky and savory Pasilla Mixe chili for...
Sherry and Ayuuk are a great pairing
The smokey flavor of Ayuuk, our Pasilla-Mixe spirit, finds a new expression in this easy-to-make margarita. Already a summer hit!
About the Ayuuk Margarita The Ayuuk Margarita is a flavorful twist on the iconic margarita, blending the earthy, smoky complexity of Empirical Ayuuk with the bright, crisp flavors of tequila and lime. The dark red fruit notes and subtle ...
About the Ayuuk Mule A bold twist on the classic mule, the Ayuuk Mule infuses layers of complexity into a traditionally simple cocktail. With the earthy, smoky depth of Empirical Ayuuk complementing the zesty spice of ginger beer, this d...
About the Ayuuk Negroni The Ayuuk Negroni brings smoky, earthy depth to the iconic Negroni with Empirical Ayuuk and coffee-infused sweet vermouth. The bite of the Pasilla Mixe chili in Ayuuk balances perfectly with the bitterness of Camp...
Recipe by Chris Stewart, Head of Research & Development
About the Ayuuk Old Fashioned The Ayuuk Old Fashioned is a refined, smoky twist on the iconic Old Fashioned cocktail. With Empirical Ayuuk as its centerpiece, this drink delivers a rich complexity from its red fruit and Pasilla Mixe chil...
About the Ayuuk Paloma A flavorful twist on the classic Paloma, the Ayuuk Paloma combines the bright, refreshing taste of pink grapefruit soda and lime with the smoky, earthy depth of Empirical Ayuuk. The Pasilla Mixe chili adds a rich, ...
Recipe by Empirical R&D.
About the Cilantro Ayuuk Margarita A bold take on the margarita, this cocktail blends the herbal vibrancy of Empirical Cilantro with Ayuuk’s smoky complexity. A splash of Italicus Bergamot Liqueur adds a delicate floral elegance, creatin...
About the Cilantro Corpse Reviver The Cilantro Corpse Reviver is a bold, modern reinterpretation of the classic cocktail, swapping gin for Empirical Cilantro to deliver herbal depth and subtle anise complexity. Traditionally featuring a ...
About the Cilantro Last Word The Cilantro Last Word is a bold evolution of the Prohibition-era classic, offering a distinctly modern twist. Traditionally made with gin, this version swaps it for Empirical Cilantro, creating a uniquely he...
About the Cilantro Mango Margarita A tropical spin on a Margarita. This fruity cocktail pairs the juicy sweetness of Chinola Mango with the vibrant herbaceous notes of Empirical Cilantro. Balanced with lime juice and a touch of syrup, it...
About the Cilantro Martini Elevate your martini experience with the Cilantro Martini, a crisp and refined cocktail that balances the vibrant, grassy notes of Empirical Cilantro with the dry, delicate touch of vermouth. A dash of orange b...
About the Penicillin This reinvented Penicillin layers smoky, herbal, and spicy flavors into a complex yet approachable cocktail. Empirical Cilantro brings fresh, grassy brightness, Faccia Brutto Centerbe adds alpine herbal depth, and Ay...
About the Cilantro Soda Sometimes simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. Cilantro Soda is a no-fuss, refreshing highball that lets Empirical Cilantro’s bold herbaceous notes shine. With just soda water and a lime wheel, this cocktail...
About the Cilantro Sour The Cilantro Sour puts a vibrant spin on the classic sour by infusing it with the bright, herbaceous notes of Empirical Cilantro. Fresh lime juice and agave syrup enhance its verdant, refreshing flavor, making it ...
About the Cilantro Vesper As striking in name as it is on the palate, the Cilantro Vesper leans fully into the layered flavor of Empirical Cilantro. Swapping out vodka for something with more presence gives the drink a stronger core, whi...
Feeling comfortable in your most colourful outfit. Dancing like no one is watching. Drinking blue cocktails without any remorse. Letting your guilty pleasure become just pleasure, one sip at a time.
Bangarang coming through! Salty, zesty, easy and refreshing. The epitome of an afternoon snack in a glass. The salinity of Doritos x Empirical pairs perfectly with the herbaceous notes of cola, and a zesty touch of grapefruit to brighten...
Ok, we may be slightly obsessed with Margaritas. But be ready to get your mind blown with this little twist on the emblematic cocktail. The deeply satisfying flavors of Nacho Cheese Doritos are at home with the zesty lime and sweet agave...
So simple and yet so LA. Enjoy this perfect sipper, where the fragrant notes and bitterness of Symphony 6 gets real friendly with the fluffy acidity of our good ol’ OJ.
Recipe by Chris Stewart.
Protein-filled boozy deliciousness. Super light and frothy, this one does not come with cream and yolk, to keep you going all night.
Last word, but better
May your next Martini be a fruity one! We shook things up a bit with this festive and highly chuggable cocktail. The fruitiness of lychee comes together with the zesty and floral flavors of Symphony 6. This drink is dressed to impress an...
Here comes the Mary Mary, the spin on the iconic cocktail you didn’t know you needed. Why eat your snacks when you can drink them? Turn your Bloody Mary into a one-of-a-kind drinking experience with the savory kick and delicious corny la...
A little bit of smoke adds a wonderful finish to this cocktail classic
Getting late night munchies and building up a thirst? Then the Red Bag Old Fashioned is for you! The comforting warmth of the classic tipple and the unique flavors of Nacho Cheese Doritos® perfectly blend with each other. A highly indulg...
A superfresh and green forward drink featuring our grassy Soka and apple juice. Like a perfect day in the orchard. Our LA-based queen Katie walks you through this three-ingredient quaffable drink that will make you feel reinvigorated no ...
Because sometimes, the simpler it is, the more delicious it tastes
Bring the beach to you with this sunny twist on the classic
Recipe by Empirical R&D.
Enjoy the grassy layers of Soka in this all-time favorite
The Clover Club is a pre-prohibition cocktail originating from Philadelphia. Here we've replaced the traditional gin with Empirical Stonefruit. The floral notes of the spirit balance the sweetness of the syrup and bring the cocktail to t...
The Empirical Experience legends that are Kate and Elena make our taste buds sing once again with Marrakesh Express. Featuring the marzipan notes of Empirical Stonefruit we all love, the drink is balanced with the warm spice layers of Ve...
The marzipan and floral notes of Empirical Stonefruit perfectly balance the booziness of the mezcal and the sweetness of the pink grapefruit soda. Still ridiculously refreshing.
Santa’s riff on a White Russian. Because milk by itself just doesn’t cut it. And uncle Gary in his suit needs a proper drink.
About the Stonefruit Mind Eraser A playful take on the 80’s club classic, playing off theclassic combination of nutty flavors and coffee, thismarzipan forward cocktail is extraordinarily crushableand nonsensically dynamic - at the same t...
Simple, fresh, comforting, and bubbly. Refreshing and a true all-day sipper. You'll love this flavor forward twist on the Tom Collins.
Recipe by Empirical R&D.
Harmony in simplicity. Pair Symphony 6 with a Mediterranean style tonic and go back to that special evening by the water, when the summer breeze matches the melody of languid waves.
Symphony 6 and CAN 03 come together for a transcendent citrus explosion. Ideal for a well-deserved spritz-like libation, no matter the season.
The delicate aromas of citrus groves on a sun-drenched day find their way in this twist on a classic French 75. Refreshing and bright, your favorite sunset in a glass.
Enjoy this ice cube-filled, citrus burst of a drink featuring our beloved Symphony 6. We see ourselves partaking a few by the pool, sinking into people-watching and letting time drift away. You?