The Story Behind The Penicillin
There are no antibiotics in this drink, but it’s a pretty fail-safe remedy for the winter blues. An incredibly flavorful, Scotch-based cocktail, the Penicillin manages to be both boozy and refreshing. Fresh lemon and ginger provide pleasing bite, while honey adds smoothness.
In addition to the blended Scotch base, a float of Islay Scotch finishes things off. The Penicillin may not be a household name yet, but if its ranking on the list of the globe’s most popular cocktails is a testament to its fame, it’s bound to become one soon. Now, read more about the rest of the world’s top 50 cocktails.
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Grapefruit Penicillin Recipe:
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The Inside Baseball Recipe:
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High Rye Algonquin:
The timeless Algonquin cocktail, upgraded with Johnnie Walker High Rye — a variation that will make it easy to forget the original.
Johnnie Walker Harvest Highball:
Discover your go-to Harvest Highball with Johnnie Walker. This classic highball offers a great way to savor whisky during the Fall.
