Bee's Knees
A Prohibition-era drink. The honey hid the taste of bad gin.
LevelEasy
MethodShake
GlassCoupe
Serves1
Ingredients
- 60 mlGin
- 20 mlLemon juiceSqueeze it fresh. 1 lemon gives about 30 ml.
- 20 mlHoney syrupMake it: mix equal amounts of honey and warm water.
Plus ice.
Bar tools
- Jigger
- Shaker
- Strainer
No bar kit? A jar with a lid works as a shaker, and 1 tablespoon is 15 ml.
How to make a Bee's Knees
- Shake everything with ice for 12 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled glass.
Garnish: Lemon twist