The Pollinator (aka Sage Bee’s Knees)
A sophisticated, balanced cocktail that combines sage-honey syrup, aromatic gin, and fresh lemon.
Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes minutes
Total Time 20 minutes minutes
Servings 2 Cocktails
For the Honey-Sage Syrup
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup water
- 12-15 sage leaves stems removed
For 2 Cocktails
- 4 ounces gin
- 2 1/2 - 3 ounces honey-sage syrup depending on how sweet you like it
- 3 ounces lemon juice from about 1 1/2 large lemons
Make the Honey-Sage Syrup
Combine water, honey and sage leaves in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Turn off heat and let it steep leaves for 15 minutes. Strain into a sealable jar or bottle. Makes about 1 cup. Leftover syrup will keep in the fridge for about 1 month, possibly longer.
Make the cocktails
Combine gin, lemon juice and syrup in a cocktail shaker. Fill shaker halfway with ice and shake until thoroughly chilled, about 15 seconds. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a sage leaf or a lemon twist.