Ingredients
½cuphoney
½cupwater
1ginger root,(3-inch piece), peeled and sliced
2ozblended Scotch
¾ozlemon juice,fresh squeezed
ice
¼ozIslay Scotch
candied ginger,or lemon peel for garnish, optional
Preparation
Add the honey, water, and ginger root to a pot and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, then allow the syrup to cool. Strain and store in the fridge.
Pour the blended Scotch, lemon juice, and honey-ginger syrup into a shaker. Add the ice, shake, and strain into a rocks glass with ice.
Float the Islay scotch on top by pouring it gently over the back of a spoon.
Garnish with candied ginger, lemon peel, or both. Enjoy!
