A bee's knees spritz is a light and bubbly twist on the classic bee's knees cocktail. Gin, lemon juice, honey, and club soda create a perfectly refreshing beverage that's perfect for summer.
Add honey and water to a microwave safe container and heat in 10 second increments until warm. Stir to combine and create a honey syrup.
Add honey syrup, lemon juice, and gin to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake until chilled, about 15 seconds.
Strain into an ice-filled highball glass and top with club soda. Optionally, garnish with a lemon peel before serving.
Notes
Honey substitutes: Honey can be substituted with simple syrup to make a gin sour if desired.
Best gin to use: London dry gin or modern gin works well in this recipe.
To prepare for a crowd: Make a large batch of honey syrup to prepare multiple cocktails with ease. Add 2 parts honey to 1 part water and microwave until warmed and thin.