Penicillin is a cocktail renowned for its complex and warming combination of scotch whisky with hints of honey and fresh lemon. The Penicillin recipe is one of Sam Ross's creations, a celebrated mixologist. Here's the recipe for Penicillin:
Ingredients:
- 2 ounces (60 ml) scotch whisky
- ¾ ounce (22.5 ml) honey syrup (dissolved in hot water if needed)
- ¾ ounce (22.5 ml) fresh lemon juice
- ¼ ounce (7.5 ml) ginger syrup*
- Ice cubes
*How to make ginger syrup: Mix 1 part water with 1 part sugar and fresh ginger pieces. Simmer until the sugar is fully dissolved and let it boil for a few minutes. Cool before using.
Instructions:
- Prepare a cocktail shaker and fill it with ice cubes.
- Pour scotch whisky, honey syrup, fresh lemon juice, and ginger syrup into the shaker.
- Shake the mixture well for about 15-20 seconds.
- Strain the cocktail mixture into a prepared serving glass filled with ice cubes.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Penicillin is a warm and refreshing cocktail, with a delightful combination of complex flavors. Experience the deliciousness of this cocktail, which can become a favorite for whisky lovers. Enjoy!