I tasted it before adding the lime and it had such a punch of ginger I was worried about the finished drink. The lime tamed it right down to crouching pose.

Simon, your website is so incredibly interesting. I had no idea about the story behind this rather delicious drink before reading this. It really makes so many cocktails come alive. Thank you!

I have a vested interest in this as my parents bought the house I grew up in from Philby's mother around the time of his defection. They had a hotline to someone high up in case anyone tried to contact or if anything else came to light.
Loved the cocktail. Used a smoky Islay whisky which gave a wonderful smoked lemon flavour.

I love this! I haven't tried making it but the idea has really made us laugh!!