Description
The Bee's Knees Cocktail is a classic Prohibition-era drink known for its bright, refreshing blend of honey, lemon juice, and London Dry gin. This cocktail balances sweetness and tartness beautifully, making it a perfect pick-me-up or a sophisticated choice for any occasion. Prepared in just minutes, it’s an easy-to-make drink that brings a touch of vintage charm to your home bar.
Ingredients
Honey Syrup
- 1 ounce honey
- 1 ounce hot water
Cocktail
- 2 ounces fresh-squeezed lemon juice (from about 2 medium lemons)
- 4 ounces London Dry gin (such as Tanqueray or Beefeater)
- Granulated sugar (for the glass rim, optional)
- 2 lemon peels (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Make honey syrup: In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the honey and hot water until the honey is completely dissolved, creating a smooth honey syrup. Set this aside for use in the cocktail.
- Combine cocktail ingredients: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, then add the fresh-squeezed lemon juice, London Dry gin, and the prepared honey syrup. Cover the shaker and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds until the mixture is well-blended and frothy.
- Prepare glasses and serve: If desired, dip the rims of two coupe glasses first in a small shallow bowl of water, then into another bowl filled with granulated sugar to coat the edges. Strain the shaken cocktail evenly into the prepared glasses and garnish each with a lemon peel if you like. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey syrup used.
- For a stronger lemon flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice rather than bottled.
- Rimming the glass with sugar is optional but adds a nice decorative touch and a slight sweetness on the first sip.
- Use good quality London Dry gin for the best flavor balance.
- Shake the cocktail vigorously to create a light frothy texture and fully blend the flavors.
