Penicillin
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A modern classic by Sam Ross — scotch, lemon, honey-ginger, and a smoky float.
Method
Shaken
Glass
rocks
Difficulty
Medium
Flavor Profile
Recipe Variations
🌱 Vegan🌾 Contains gluten
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AdInstructions
**Prepare honey-ginger syrup**:Combine equal parts honey and water in a saucepan
Add thinly sliced ginger and simmer for 10 minutes
Strain and let cool
**Build the cocktail**:In a shaker, combine blended Scotch whisky, lemon juice, and honey-ginger syrup
Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds
**Strain and serve**:Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice
Float the Islay Scotch on top by pouring it over the back of a spoon
Garnish with a piece of candied ginger on a cocktail pick