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Penicillin Cocktail

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Penicillin Cocktail
Alcoholic Cocktail Rocks or Old-Fashioned Glass 5 ingredients

Recipe

  • 2 Ounces Blended Scotch Whisky
  • 3/4 Ounce Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 3/4 Ounce Honey Syrup
  • 3 Slices Fresh Ginger (optional)
  • 1/4 Ounce Single Malt Scotch Whisky (Something Peaty of Smokey)

Instructions

Add the blended scotch, lemon juice and syrup into a shaker with ice, and shake until well-chilled. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice. Top with the Islay single malt scotch. Garnish with a pieces of ginger, or candied ginger if you have it.
BONUS TIP: Honey-ginger syrup: Combine 1 cup honey, 1 6-inch piece of peeled and thinly sliced ginger and 1 cup water in a saucepan over high heat, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, and simmer 5 minutes. Place in the refrigerator to steep overnight. Strain with a cheesecloth.

About Penicillin Cocktail

A "Penicillin" cocktail is a modern classic cocktail known for its intriguing combination of flavors. It typically consists of Scotch whisky, honey syrup, ginger syrup, and fresh lemon juice. The Penicillin cocktail offers a balanced blend of smoky, sweet, and citrusy flavors, making it a favorite among those who appreciate complex and well-balanced cocktails. Make sure to check out the bonus note above on how to make your own honey syrup without having to spend extra money!

This cocktail is alcoholic, so drink responsibly! Best served in a Rocks or Old-Fashioned Glass, though any glass works!

Feel free to get creative with substitutions — try different fruit types, sugar substitutes, or liquor brands. Crafting cocktails should be fun!

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  1. Scotch Whisky
  2. Lemon Juice
  3. Honey Syrup
  4. Ginger

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