Bee Sting

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Serve in
a Collins glass...
1 shot Straight rye whiskey
1 spoon Runny honey
1 shot Patron Reposado Tequila BUY
2 shot Pressed apple juice
Top up with Ginger ale
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How to make:

STIR honey with whiskey in base of shaker until honey dissolves. Add tequila and apple juice, SHAKE with ice and strain into ice-filled glass. TOP with a splash of ginger ale

Garnish:

Apple slice

Comment:

A delicately spiced, long, refreshing drink.

Origin:

Discovered in 2005 at The Royal Exchange Grand Café & Bar, London, England.

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