Enjoy a bright, zingy ‘bees knees’ cocktail, with honey, dry gin and lemon juice. It’s great drink for showcasing a flavourful honey. Garnish with lemon zest
Prep:10 mins
Serves 1
2 tsp honey50ml gin25ml lemon juiceicelemon zest strip, to serve
STEP 1Put the honey in a small jug or cup and add 1 tsp freshly boiled water. Stir well until smooth and the honey is nicely thinned down.STEP 2Pour the honey mixture into a cocktail shaker along with the gin, lemon juice and a large handful of ice. Shake until the outside of the shaker feels very cold.STEP 3Double strain into a cocktail glass or a coupe and garnish with a curled strip of lemon zest – you can do this by wrapping it tightly around a spoon handle.
