Bee's Knees
Gin · Shake · Coupe Glass
Bee's Knees Recipe
Bee's Knees is a classic gin cocktail made with London Dry Gin, Honey Syrup (2:1), Fresh Lemon Juice. Learn how to make this shake cocktail with its ingredients, glass, garnish, flavor profile, and history.
The Bee's Knees uses honey instead of simple syrup for a richer, rounder sweetness. The floral notes of honey complement the juniper of the gin, resulting in a bright golden color reminiscent of a sunlit honeycomb.
Ingredients
- London Dry Gin 60ml
- Honey Syrup (2:1) 22.5ml
- Fresh Lemon Juice 22.5ml
Garnish: Lemon Twist
Flavor: Sweet Sour Citrus Floral
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the ingredients in a Bee's Knees?
Bee's Knees is made with 60ml London Dry Gin, 22.5ml Honey Syrup (2:1), 22.5ml Fresh Lemon Juice. It is garnished with lemon twist.
How do you make a Bee's Knees?
Make a Bee's Knees using the shake technique and serve it in a Coupe Glass, garnished with lemon twist.
What spirit is a Bee's Knees made with?
Bee's Knees is a gin-based cocktail with a medium strength.
What does a Bee's Knees taste like?
Honey and lemon soften the gin for a bright, sweet-and-sour floral finish. Key flavors: sweet, sour, citrus, floral.