Penicillin Cocktail Recipe

The Penicillin cocktail is a modern classic created by New York bartender Sam Ross in the early 2000s. Known for its warming, smoky, and slightly spicy flavor, this cocktail has quickly become a favorite for those who enjoy Scotch-based drinks with a hint of ginger and honey. With its origins in the United States, the Penicillin brings together the soothing qualities of ginger and honey with the robustness of Scotch whisky a perfect mix for cool evenings.

Penicillin Cocktail Recipe

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Cuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

1

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Calories

196

kcal

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Ingredients

Metric US

• 60 ml 2 fl oz blended Scotch whisky

• 7.5 ml 1/4 fl oz Islay single malt Scotch

• 22.5 ml 3/4 fl oz fresh lemon juice

• 22.5 ml 3/4 fl oz honey-ginger syrup

Equipment

• 
  Cocktail Shaker
• 
  Jigger
• 
  Hawthorne strainer
• 
  Rock glass

Instructions

• In a shaker, add the blended Scotch, fresh lemon juice, and honey-ginger syrup.
• Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds.
• Strain the mixture into an ice-filled rocks glass.
• Float the Islay single malt Scotch on top by pouring it slowly over the back of a spoon for a smoky aroma.
• Add a piece of candied ginger or a lemon peel twist for an extra pop of flavor.