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Bee's Knees

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This easy gin cocktail is sweetened with a touch of honey. Be sure to shake well. For an easier mix, loosen the measured honey with a few drops of water before adding.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 1.

Ingredients

1 1/2 ounces gin
1 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 or 4 ice cubes

Preparation

  1. Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker and shake vigorously. Strain into a cocktail glass.

TagsCocktailAlcoholBeveragesGinLemonCitrusFruitNut FreeGluten FreeDairy FreeEasyQuickNo-CookHouse & Garden
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