Honey Ginger Penicillin Whiskey Cocktail

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-14 · Updated 2026-06-14

A smooth and soothing whiskey cocktail with fresh ginger and honey, balanced by lemon and smoky Scotch. This recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together blended Scotch whisky, fresh lemon juice, honey syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 oz blended Scotch whisky
• 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
• 3/4 oz (1:1 honey and water) honey syrup
• 1 tsp grated fresh ginger root
• 1/4 oz Islay single malt Scotch whisky
• as needed ice cubes
• 1 piece for garnish candied ginger

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a shaker, combine 2 oz blended Scotch whisky, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, 3/4 oz honey syrup (equal parts honey and water mixed), and 1 tsp freshly grated ginger root. Add ice cubes to fill the shaker halfway.
2. Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and slightly frothy.
3. Step 3: Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with large ice cubes.
4. Step 4: Slowly float 1/4 oz Islay single malt Scotch whisky over the top by pouring gently over the back of a spoon.
5. Step 5: Garnish with 1 piece of candied ginger on a cocktail pick and serve immediately.