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Chamomile Bee's Knees

Greeting guests at a modern, sophisticated garden tea party with a tea-infused cocktail sets the tone immediately. My Chamomile Bee’s Knees shimmers with a soft golden glow and surprises with delicate chamomile notes in this bright, refreshing gin cocktail.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 drink
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp dried chamomile flowers (or 3 tea bags)
  • 2 oz gin
  • 3/4 oz lemon juice
  • 3/4 oz chamomile simple syrup recipe below

Method
 

  1. For the Chamomile Simple Syrup: Bring a saucepan with the water and sugar to a simmer until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and add chamomile. Steep for 15 minutes then strain. Keep in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  2. For the Chamomile Bee's Knees: Add the gin, lemon juice, and chamomile simple syrup to a shaker filled with ice. Shake until chilled. Strain into coupe glasses. Garnish with lemon twist or chamomile flowers.