Honey Gin Cocktails

Honey gin is a type of gin that has been flavored with honey. The addition of honey gives the gin a slightly sweet and floral taste, which can be enjoyed on its own or in cocktails. Honey gin can be made by infusing honey into the gin during the distillation process, or by adding honey to the gin after it has been distilled. Some honey gins also include other botanicals such as lavender or chamomile, which complement the honey flavor and add to the gin’s complexity. Honey gin is a relatively new trend in the world of gin, but it has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its unique flavor profile and versatility in cocktails.

What Can Honey Gin be Mixed With?

9 Honey Gin Cocktails Recipes

Honey Gin and Tonic

• 2 oz honey gin
• Tonic water
• Ice
• Lime wedge for garnish

Directions: Fill a tall glass with ice. Add honey gin, and top with tonic water. Squeeze in the lime wedge, and stir gently. Garnish with the lime wedge.

Honey Collins

• 2 oz honey gin
• 1 oz lemon juice
• 1 oz simple syrup
• Club soda
• Ice
• Lemon wheel for garnish

Directions: Fill a Collins glass with ice. Add honey gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Top with club soda and stir gently. Garnish with a lemon wheel.

Honey Martini

• 2 oz honey gin
• 1 oz dry vermouth
• Ice
• Lemon twist for garnish

Directions: Fill a shaker with ice. Add honey gin and dry vermouth. Shake well and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.

Bee’s Knees

• 2 oz honey gin
• 3/4 oz lemon juice
• 3/4 oz honey syrup
• Dash of orange bitters
• Ice
• Lemon twist for garnish

Directions: Fill a shaker with ice. Add honey gin, lemon juice, honey syrup, and orange bitters. Shake well and strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.

Lavender Bee’s Knees

• 2 oz honey gin
• 1 oz lavender syrup
• 3/4 oz lemon juice
• Dash of orange bitters
• Ice
• Fresh lavender sprig for garnish

Directions: Fill a shaker with ice. Add honey gin, lavender syrup, lemon juice, and orange bitters. Shake well and strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a fresh lavender sprig.

Queen Bee

• 2 oz honey gin
• 1 oz Lillet Blanc
• 1/2 oz lemon juice
• 1/2 oz honey syrup
• 1 egg white
• Ice
• Lemon twist for garnish

Directions: Fill a shaker with ice. Add honey gin, Lillet Blanc, lemon juice, honey syrup, and egg white. Shake well and strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.

Honey & Thyme

• 2 oz honey gin
• 1 oz thyme syrup
• 1 oz lemon juice
• Ice
• Thyme sprig for garnish

Directions: Fill a shaker with ice. Add honey gin, thyme syrup, and lemon juice. Shake well and strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with a thyme sprig.

The Humble Bee

• 2 oz honey gin
• 1/2 oz lemon juice
• 1/2 oz honey syrup
• 1/4 oz Yellow Chartreuse
• 1 dash orange bitters
• Ice
• Lemon peel for garnish

Directions: Fill a shaker with ice. Add honey gin, lemon juice, honey syrup, Yellow Chartreuse, and orange bitters. Shake well and strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a lemon peel.

The Buzz

• 2 oz honey gin
• 1 oz pineapple juice
• 1/2 oz lime juice
• 1/2 oz honey syrup
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters
• Ice
• Pineapple wedge for garnish

Directions: Fill a shaker with ice. Add honey gin, pineapple juice, lime juice, honey syrup, and Angostura bitters. Shake well and strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with a pineapple wedge.

About Honey Gin

Origin:
Honey gin is a relatively new type of gin that has emerged in the craft spirits industry in recent years. While gin has been around for centuries, the addition of honey to gin is a more recent trend.

Ingredients:
Honey gin is made from a base of juniper berries and other botanicals, which are then infused or macerated with honey to create a sweet and floral flavor. Other common botanicals found in honey gin include coriander, angelica root, citrus peels, and cardamom.

Flavor:
Honey gin has a sweet, floral taste due to the addition of honey, which can range from light and subtle to rich and complex. The botanicals used in gin also contribute to the overall flavor profile, which can vary depending on the brand and recipe.

Proof:
The proof of honey gin can vary, but it is typically between 80 and 90 proof.

Usage:
Honey gin can be enjoyed on its own, but it is also commonly used in cocktails. Its sweet and floral flavor pairs well with a variety of mixers, such as tonic water, lemonade, and ginger beer. Honey gin can be used in classic gin cocktails like the Gin and Tonic, Negroni, and Martini, as well as in new and innovative cocktail creations.

Serving:
Honey gin is typically served in a rocks glass or a gin and tonic glass, with or without ice depending on personal preference.

Production:
Honey gin can be made by infusing honey into the gin during the distillation process, or by adding honey to the gin after it has been distilled. The honey can be added as a syrup or blended with the gin to create a consistent flavor profile. Some honey gins also include other botanicals such as lavender or chamomile, which complement the honey flavor and add to the gin’s complexity.

Manufacturer:
There are several distilleries that produce honey gin, including Keepr’s Honey Gin, Warner’s Honeybee Gin, Sipsmith Bee’s Knees Gin, Byron Bees Honey Gin.

Variations:
Honey gin can come in a variety of flavors and styles, depending on the type of honey used and the botanicals added. Some honey gins are barrel-aged, which gives them a richer and more complex flavor. Other variations may include additional ingredients such as spices or fruit, which can further enhance the flavor profile of the gin.

Byron Bees Honey Gin Keepr's Honey Gin Sipsmith Bee’s Knees Gin Warner's Honeybee Gin