The Irish Bartender · Seamus O'Callaghan
Penicillin
A citrusy and sweet sour built around whiskey, with the classic proportions and service that make the Penicillin endure.
“The Penicillin is honest work in a glass. Keep your hand steady and your garnish modest.”
WHY THIS DRINK WORKS
The Penicillin works because blended Scotch, lemon juice, honey-ginger syrup meet in deliberate proportion. Keep the method blended, use fresh ice, and give the final garnish enough attention to finish the aroma without distracting from the drink.
Makes1 cocktail
Time10 minutes
GlassRocks glass
FinishCandied ginger or lemon
Ingredients
- 2 oz blended Scotch
- 3/4 oz lemon juice
- 3/4 oz honey-ginger syrup
- 1/4 oz smoky Islay Scotch float
Make it
- Shake blended Scotch, lemon, and syrup with ice.
- Strain over fresh ice in a rocks glass.
- Float smoky Scotch on top.
- Garnish with candied ginger or lemon.
Behind the bar
- Chill the serving glass while you prepare the drink.
- Taste balance depends on fresh citrus and accurate measurements.
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