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Bees Knees Cocktail in a martini glass with cocktail shaker and a lemon half
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Bees Knees

Try a refreshing Bees Knees cocktail this weekend! It's so simple to make this easy gin cocktail from the prohibition days. It's a light and tasty cocktail that's just perfect for summer sipping!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: American
Keyword: citrus cocktail, easy cocktail, Gin cocktail, prohibition cocktail
Servings: 1 Cocktail
Calories: 423kcal
Author: Milisa

Ingredients

  • Ice
  • 1 ounce fresh lemon juice or orange juice
  • 1/2 ounce of honey syrup
  • 2 ounces gin
  • lemon twist for garnish

Instructions

  • Add ice to a cocktail shaker.
  • Add lemon juice, honey syrup and gin.
  • Shake vigorously.
  • Strain into a glass.
  • Garnish with a lemon twist if desired.

Notes

To Make Honey Syrup:
Combine 1/4 cup honey with 1/4 cup hot water. Stir until combined. Cool to room temperature before making cocktails. Store in airtight container in refrigerator up to 1 month.
Double cocktail recipe as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 423kcal | Carbohydrates: 79g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 54mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 49g