Penicillin Cocktail
This three-ingredient Scotch cocktail is delicious, refreshing, and restorative! Try it and see how well-balanced it is.
Servings 2 cocktails
Calories 185kcal
Equipment
- 2 double old fashioned glasses (or rocks glasses)
Ingredients
- 4 ounces scotch whiskey (blended)
- 1.5 ounces lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 ounce honey-ginger syrup (see notes on how to make it)
Garnish
- 2 wheels dehydrated lemon slices (or lemon twists - or candied ginger)
Instructions
- Get a cocktail shaker and fill it halfway with ice. Get a measuring glass and glassware.
- Add scotch, lemon juice, and honey syrup.4 ounces scotch whiskey, 1.5 ounces lemon juice, 1 ounce honey-ginger syrup
- Add fresh ice to the glassware. Place the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for at least 10 seconds. Strain, divide, and pour the drink between the two glasses
- Add the garnish of your choice.2 wheels dehydrated lemon slices
- Sip, smile, and enjoy.
Notes
You can make the honey-ginger syrup earlier in the day or even a few days before.
Here's how: Add equal parts of water and honey in a saucepan. Also, peel and slice a piece of ginger. I used 1/4 cup water, honey, and an inch-long piece of ginger. Turn the heat under the saucepan to medium heat, and once the honey has melted and the mixture is at a light boil, lower it to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat, take a muddler, and muddle the ginger. Set aside to cool. You can let it cool in the refrigerator if you like.
Here's how: Add equal parts of water and honey in a saucepan. Also, peel and slice a piece of ginger. I used 1/4 cup water, honey, and an inch-long piece of ginger. Turn the heat under the saucepan to medium heat, and once the honey has melted and the mixture is at a light boil, lower it to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat, take a muddler, and muddle the ginger. Set aside to cool. You can let it cool in the refrigerator if you like.
Helpful tips
- Use a good-quality Scotch, since it’s the backbone of the cocktail. A blended Scotch works well, and adding a smoky Islay Scotch is optional.
- Balance is key. Adjust the lemon juice, honey-ginger syrup, and Scotch to suit your taste.
- Homemade honey-ginger syrup gives the best flavor. Simmer honey, water, and fresh ginger, then strain and store in the fridge.
- If using Islay Scotch, float it on top rather than mixing it in to preserve its smoky aroma.
- Serve over a large ice cube to keep the drink cold without diluting it too quickly.
- A rocks glass works best for this cocktail.
- Garnish with a lemon slice, candied ginger, or a lemon twist for a simple, elegant finish.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cocktail | Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 31mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg