This cocktail recipe is just what the name says it is- the Bees Knees! Combining gin, honey syrup, and lemon juice, it is the perfect combination of lightly sweet, tart, and clean, making it a lovely cocktail that tastes like sunshine.
The common saying “Bees Knees” describes something outstanding or cool, and perfectly describes this classic, Prohibition-era cocktail. Its elements combine delightfully for a simple cocktail you can make and enjoy right at home.
Bees Knees Cocktail Ingredients
It won’t take long to mix up a Bee’s Knees cocktail for yourself AND one for a friend. Here are the three simple ingredients that make up the drink. For the measurements of each ingredient, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Honey syrup: Read more on this ingredient and the reason we use it below.
- Gin: Use a good-quality gin that you enjoy the flavor of. My go-to for gin cocktails is Bombay Saphire.
- Lemon juice: Adds a refreshing citrus touch to the cocktail that complements the other ingredients. Freshly squeezed is always best when making cocktails so we recommend grabbing some fresh lemons for this recipe.
Homemade Honey Simple Syrup
Honey Simple Syrup mixes better in cold liquids compared to straight honey, making it the perfect sweetener for cocktails like this one. It is made with equal parts honey and water, but simmering the mixture to create a simple syrup will dissolve into cocktails and can be stored in your refrigerator for a whole month. It can be used to add a touch of sweetness to any cocktail, but we especially love it in this Bees Knees cocktail recipe and the Gold Rush Cocktail.
Honey Syrup
How to Make a Bees Knees Cocktail
Here is how the Bees Knees drink comes together. For the full recipe, see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Pour the gin, lemon juice, and Honey Syrup into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- Shake well until the ingredients are cold and well combined.
- Strain into a glass. Garnish with a lemon twist and enjoy!
How to Serve
This cocktail is served in a chilled coupe glass or martini glass. A lemon twist makes the perfect garnish, adding a pop of color and a splash of flavor!
Other Great Gin Cocktails
If you love the Bees Knees drink and are looking for other gin cocktails, here are a few classics.
If you make this Bees Knees cocktail recipe or any of our other drinks, please leave us a comment and let us know what you think.
Bees Knees Cocktail
Ingredients
- 1 ounce honey syrup
- 1 ounce lemon juice
- 2 ounces gin
Instructions
- Add the honey syrup, lemon juice, and gin to a shaker with ice.
- Shake and then strain the drink into a glass.
- Garnish and enjoy!
Cheryl says
Refreshing!