Penicillin

A modern classic of blended Scotch, lemon juice and honey-ginger syrup.

Ingredients

  • 60 ml
  • 22 ml
    Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 22 ml
    Honey-Ginger Syrup
  • 7 ml
    Peated Scotch (float)(optional)

Details

Glass
rocks glass
Garnish
candied ginger
Style
sour

How to make a Penicillin· 5 min

  1. 1Add the blended Scotch, lemon juice and honey-ginger syrup to a shaker.
  2. 2Fill with ice and shake for 10–12 seconds.
  3. 3Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
  4. 4Gently float the peated Scotch on top by pouring it over the back of a spoon.
  5. 5Garnish with a piece of candied ginger.

Bartender tip: Make the honey-ginger syrup by simmering equal parts honey and water with a thumb of sliced fresh ginger for 5 minutes, then straining. It keeps for two weeks in the fridge.

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