Irish Penicillin
A smoky, gingery riff on the famous Penicillin — Irish whiskey with honey-ginger syrup and lemon, topped with a float of peated Irish whiskey for layered complexity. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 2 oz Irish whiskey
- 0.8 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 0.8 oz Honey-ginger syrup
- 0.3 oz Peated Irish whiskey (such as Connemara)
- candied ginger (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Complement with spiced pulled pork, ginger-glazed salmon, or Asian noodle dishes to amplify the smoky-ginger warmth. The honey notes also pair beautifully with roasted root vegetables or honey-soy chicken wings.
Instructions
Add Irish whiskey, lemon juice, and honey-ginger syrup to a shaker with ice
Shake vigorously for 12 seconds
Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube
Gently float the peated whiskey on top by pouring over the back of a spoon
Garnish with a piece of candied ginger on a cocktail pick
Tips
Make honey-ginger syrup by simmering equal parts honey and water with sliced ginger for 15 minutes Connemara is Ireland's only peated single malt — it adds the smoky top note that defines this drink The float should remain on top — don't stir it in; let the flavors meld as you sip