Have you ever tried a Penicillin Cocktail? Well here’s a recipe that requires making a ginger syrup ahead of time, but definitely worth the effort!

To Make the Ginger Syrup:  In a small saucepan combine 1/2 C. Water, 1/2 Cup Honey and about 3 knobs of ginger root cut into small pieces. Bring to a simmer for about 5 minutes and then remove from heat. Strain into an airtight container and keep refrigerated.

To Make the Penicillin Cocktail:

1.5 oz. Whiskey such as Johnny Walker Black Label
1 oz. Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice
1 oz. Ginger Syrup
.5 oz. Smokey Islay Whiskey such as Ardbeg 10 (Optional)

In a cocktail shaker filled with ice add the whiskey, lemon juice and ginger syrup. Shake well and strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.  Float the Ardbeg whiskey on top. Garnish with candied ginger and/or lemon wheel.  Cheers!