Lyre’s Penicillin

Recipe courtesy of lyres.com.au

Crafted by the talented mixologist Sam Ross in the bustling heart of New York City during the mid-2000s, this contemporary classic cocktail has since captivated cocktail enthusiasts worldwide. Its alluring blend of honey, citrus, ginger, smoky essence, and the remarkable Lyre’s American Malt transforms it into the quintessential libation to savor on a chilly evening. Bold and invigorating, this drink strikes a harmonious balance between tartness and spiciness, resulting in a truly exquisite flavor profile. It’s a tantalizing elixir that beckons to be savoured slowly, one sip at a time.

GARNISH

Ginger cube on skewer

METHOD:

1. Shake briefly with ice
2. Strain over large ice cube

Tips: *HONEY AND GINGER SYRUP

• ¼ cup runny honey
• ½ cup boiling water
• 1 tsp jarred ginger

Method: 

1. Add boiling water to honey
2. Stir to dissolve.
3. Add ginger and stir thoroughly, pour into bottle.
4. Refrigerate.