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Here are six honey drinks we think you’ll enjoy, featuring both refreshing non-alcoholic options and creative cocktails. Each showcases the floral sweetness and versatility of honey:
1. Bee’s Knees Cocktail
A Prohibition-era classic with bright citrus, gin, and honey.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz honey syrup (mix equal parts honey and warm water)
Instructions: - Combine gin, lemon juice, and honey syrup in a shaker filled with ice.
- Shake vigorously, strain into a coupe glass, and garnish with a lemon twist
2. Honey Lemonade
A refreshing summer drink for all ages.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup honey
- 5 cups cold water
Instructions: - In a pitcher, whisk honey with lemon juice until dissolved.
- Add water and stir well. Taste and adjust sweetness.
- Serve over ice with lemon slices
3. Honey Iced Tea
A sweet, floral twist on a classic.
Ingredients:
- 8 cups water
- 4 black tea bags
- 1/4 cup honey (adjust to taste)
- Lemon slices (optional)
Instructions: - Brew tea bags in boiling water, steep 5 minutes.
- Discard tea bags, stir in honey until dissolved.
- Chill, serve over ice with lemon
4. Golden Milk (Honey Turmeric Latte)
A cozy, health-boosting drink.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1–2 tsp honey
- Pinch black pepper
Instructions: - Warm all ingredients in a saucepan over low heat (don’t boil).
- Whisk until frothy and honey is dissolved.
- Pour into mugs and enjoy
5. Honey Mint Julep
A Southern classic with a honey twist.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz bourbon
- 0.5 oz honey syrup (equal parts honey and water)
- Fresh mint leaves
- Crushed ice
Instructions: - Muddle mint with honey syrup in a glass.
- Fill with crushed ice, pour bourbon over top.
- Stir and garnish with more mint
6. Honey Peach Sangria
A bright, fruity party-ready pitcher.
Ingredients:
- 1 bottle chilled white wine
- 2–3 ripe peaches (sliced)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/2 cup brandy (optional)
- 1 cup soda water
- Fresh mint
Instructions: - Mix all ingredients except soda water in a large pitcher.
- Chill for 2–4 hours.
- Add soda water before serving over ice
These honey drinks offer a quick way to enjoy honey’s unique flavor—from a simple iced tea or lemonade to cocktails with handcrafted flair. Try experimenting by using different honey varieties for subtle flavor changes!
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