Honey adds a touch of sweetness, along with subtle floral notes, to so many drinks! This list is buzzing with some of my favorites that are perfect for sipping in almost any season.
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Your ultimate guide to honey cocktails
I love using honey in drinks. Since it takes on the flavor of the flowers whose pollen the honeybees feast on, it adds a depth that other types of syrups just can’t achieve.
The sweet floral notes pair well with a variety of flavors — citrus, herbal, floral, vanilla… It’s actually hard to find something honey doesn’t work with! It also plays well with different types of spirits, but is strong enough to stand on its own in a mocktail too.
Quick tips for using honey in drinks
Honey is such a great sweetener, but it has one flaw. Try to mix it into an iced drink and it seizes into an almost solid state! Making honey syrup, also known as “runny honey,” is a simple solution. The trick is to heat it up with hot water to make a honey syrup that is then easier to mix in at cold temperatures.
You can store your syrup in the fridge as you would with any other simple syrups. Most types of honey will work well in a cocktail or drink, but it’s important to choose one that is 100% pure honey. Some brands may be mixed with corn syrup or other ingredients, so always check the label.
What to serve with honey cocktails
Since honey cocktails bring additional sweetness, try pairing them with something savory or salty to balance them out. Edamame hummus is creamy and flavorful. Add some crackers and you’ve got a great appetizer. For a crowd, you can’t go wrong with a charcuterie board (especially with honey on the board). Add in seasonal snacks for a little bit more fun flair.
If you need something for dessert, look for recipes that use ingredients to complement the floral notes from the honey. Mini strawberry shortcakes are simple to make and can be more formal or relaxed depending on the occasion. Of course, anything honey-flavored is perfect dessert pairing, like this honey bun cake.
The best honey cocktails
I’m buzzing to see what you think of these sips!
Honey Cocktails
Honey Mocktails
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