Lemon Drop - Preserved Lemons & Honey Cocktail
I would suggest you make the Preserved Lemon Paste & honey syrup in advance so you can whip this super refreshing, simple & bright cocktail on a whim.
This recipe was created by sommelier Adrienne Voboril of Summit Street, a sommelier service specializing in wine education classes, in-home tastings and corporate events. Photography by Maria Midoes.
Makes 1 serving
INGREDIENTS:
1 jigger (2 tablespoon ) gin
1/2 jigger (1.5 tablespoon) fresh-squeezed lemon juice
1/2 jigger (1.5 tablespoon) Preserved Lemon Paste and honey simple syrup*
Mix all ingredients in a shaker with ice, shake until chilled, strain and serve in a cocktail glass.
Garnish options: lemon spiral or honey stick
Replacement Options:
Gin - Vodka
* Preserved Lemon Paste and honey simple syrup:
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon Preserved Lemon Paste
Bring to boil over medium heat. Stir continuously. Remove from heat pour into storage jar and refrigerate.
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