THE NEW BEE'S KNEES
Here's an easy cocktail that is sure to be the buzz of your next dinner party. The Bee's Knees gets its sweetness from a quick-to-prepare honey syrup. And we've given this classic drink a floral, Provençal twist by adding lavender. The result is unexpected and delicious: a perfect balance of sharp, fragrant, sweet, and strong.
Categories Gin Alcoholic Cocktail Party Shower Honey Bon Appétit Drink
Yield Makes 2
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix hot water and dried lavender blossoms in bowl. Let steep 5 minutes. Whisk in 1/4 cup honey. Strain into another bowl. Add 3 tablespoons of the honey syrup, gin, and lemon juice; strain into cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well and strain into 2 chilled Martini glasses.
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ShaheryaR Ali QureshI
[email protected]This cocktail is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.
Jawad Jahangeer
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my cocktail turned out great! It was so delicious and refreshing.
Ayanda Singata
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my cocktail didn't turn out very good. It was too watery and lacked flavor.
Ningi MaMhayise
[email protected]This cocktail is a bit too strong for me. I would use less gin next time.
Xhuljano Preni
[email protected]I wasn't a fan of the gin in this cocktail. I think it would be better with vodka or rum.
Raquel Muus
[email protected]I found that this cocktail was a bit too tart. I would add a little more honey or simple syrup next time.
good person
[email protected]This cocktail is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would cut back on the honey next time.
yasmine Khoutar
[email protected]I like that this cocktail is not too strong. It's perfect for sipping on a warm day.
Ishaq Marwat
[email protected]I wasn't sure about the honey in this cocktail at first, but it really works. It adds a nice sweetness and depth of flavor.
Eo Gilbert
[email protected]I love that this cocktail can be made with different types of gin. I've tried it with both London dry gin and Old Tom gin and both were delicious.
EXTRA killua killdz
[email protected]I've made this cocktail several times now and it's always a hit with my friends. It's the perfect drink to serve at a party or get-together.
Sandra Djimedo
[email protected]This cocktail is so easy to make. I love that I can just throw a few ingredients together and have a delicious drink in no time.
Moien Ahmad
[email protected]I love the combination of gin, honey, and lemon in this drink. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Kelsey Skye
[email protected]This cocktail is the bees knees! It's so refreshing and flavorful.