Ingredients
- 60 ml Gin
- 22.5 ml Lemon juice
- 22.5 ml Honey syrup
- Garnish Lemon twist
Preparation
- Shake all ingredients with ice.
- Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Don't know how? Pour the drink through a strainer (or the built-in strainer on your shaker) to catch the ice and any solids.
- Garnish with lemon twist. Use a peeler or knife to cut a wide strip, avoiding the white pith. Twist it over the drink to release the oils, then drop it in.
Origin Story
The Bee's Knees cocktail dates back to the Prohibition era, when it was created as a way to mask the harsh flavors of bathtub gin. Its sweet and citrusy profile made it a popular choice during that time.
Similar cocktails
Seen in
- The Great Gatsby 2013
The cocktail's Prohibition-era origins perfectly match Gatsby's extravagant 1920s parties.
- Lawless 2012
Prohibition-era bootleggers serve honey-sweetened cocktails to mask bathtub gin.