What does it taste like?

The Penicillin cocktail is built on the smoothness of blended Scotch whisky, infused with the spicy kick of fresh ginger, the sweetness of honey, and the acidity of lemon, balanced by the smoky peatiness of the Islay whisky on top, resulting in a rich and deep flavor profile.

Penicillin · Recipe & Method

Penicillin

The Penicillin cocktail is a modern classic created in the 21st century by New York bartender Sam Ross in 2005 at Milk & Honey. This cocktail is based on blended Scotch whisky, combined with ginger, honey, and lemon, topped with a float of Islay single malt whisky to create a complex and balanced flavor profile. Its name is derived from the antibiotic 'penicillin,' suggesting that this drink has 'healing' properties.

Flavor: The Penicillin cocktail is built on the smoothness of blended Scotch whisky, infused with the spicy kick of fresh ginger, the sweetness of honey, and the acidity of lemon, balanced by the smoky peatiness of the Islay whisky on top, resulting in a rich and deep flavor profile.
Difficulty: Moderate
Glassware: Old Fashioned glass

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RECIPE

Ingredients

5 ingredients

01Blended Scotch Whisky60ml

02Lagavulin 16 Year7.5ml

03Fresh Lemon Juice20ml

04Honey Syrup20ml

05Fresh Ginger Slice2-3片

02 · METHOD

Method

01
Muddle fresh ginger in a shaker, then add all ingredients except the Islay single malt whisky.
02
Fill with ice and shake well.
03
Fine strain into an Old Fashioned glass filled with ice.
04
Float the single malt whisky on top.

03 · NOTES

Know your pour

What does it taste like?: The Penicillin cocktail is built on the smoothness of blended Scotch whisky, infused with the spicy kick of fresh ginger, the sweetness of honey, and the acidity of lemon, balanced by the smoky peatiness of the Islay whisky on top, resulting in a rich and deep flavor profile.
Which glass should I use?: Old Fashioned glass
Is it beginner-friendly?: Moderate