Cocktail · Spirit-forward

Penicillin

Scotch, honey-ginger, lemon, and a float of smoky Islay. Modern-classic medicine.

How to order it: Sam Ross, 2005. The best cocktail invented this century, ask anyone.

Flavor profile

Sweetness5
Bitterness3
Strength7
Freshness5
Richness8
Sparkle0
Daring8

The recipe

  • 2 oz blended Scotch
  • ¾ oz lemon juice
  • ¾ oz honey-ginger syrup
  • Shake; rocks glass
  • Float ¼ oz Islay Scotch; candied ginger
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