Empress 1908 Bees Knees
This simple Bees Knees features Empress 1908 gin and a homemade honey simple syrup you can make and keep on hand to use all month long. Perfect for the holidays.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Empress 1908 gin
- ¾ ounce fresh lemon juice
- ½ ounce honey syrup
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to an ice-filled shaker. Shake vigorously and strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with a mini lemon wheel or a lemon peel.
- To make the honey syrup: Add ½ cup honey and ½ cup water to a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a simmer, stirring until honey is dissolved. Remove from heat and bring to room temperature. Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.