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Bee's Knees

Gin · Medium

Bee's Knees

A Prohibition-era gin cocktail sweetened with honey syrup and brightened with fresh lemon juice.

Time
5 min
Servings
1
Glass
Cocktail glass

Ingredients

  • GinGinGin is a distilled alcoholic beverage that derives its predominant flavor from juniper berries and other botanicals. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Martini and Gin and Tonic.52.5 ml
  • Fresh lemon juiceFresh lemon juiceFresh lemon juice is the acidic liquid extracted from ripe lemons, commonly used in cocktails for its bright, tangy flavor. It adds balance and enhances other ingredients in drinks.22.5 ml
  • Honey syrup (2:1 honey to water)Honey syrup (2:1 honey to water)Honey syrup (2:1 honey to water) is a sweet liquid made by dissolving honey in water at a ratio of two parts honey to one part water. It is commonly used to sweeten cocktails, providing a rich, floral flavor.10 ml

Gear

ShakerStrainer

Method

  1. 1

    Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice

  2. 2

    Shake until well-chilled

  3. 3

    Strain into a chilled cocktail glass

  4. 4

    Garnish with a lemon twist

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