What glass is a Penicillin served in?

A rocks glass. The wide mouth puts the aroma of a citrus twist right under your nose, and the heavy base survives muddling and stirring in the glass.

Is a Penicillin shaken or stirred?

Shaken. It contains citrus, juice, cream or egg, which need the force and aeration of shaking.

About 16% ABV after dilution, or roughly 1.5 US standard drinks (21 g of alcohol) per serve.

Roughly 192 kcal per drink, most of it from alcohol.

Yes. Irish Whiskey is the closest substitute, though the drink will taste different.

Blended Scotch, lemon and honey-ginger, finished with a smoky Islay float. Modern, medicinal and wonderful.

Sam Ross created the Penicillin at Milk & Honey in New York in 2005. It spread to bars around the world within a few years.

Created 2005 in New York, USA. Listed as an official cocktail by the International Bartenders Association.

Bartender's tip: Float the Islay Scotch over a spoon so the smoke greets your nose.

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What glass is a Penicillin served in?: A rocks glass. The wide mouth puts the aroma of a citrus twist right under your nose, and the heavy base survives muddling and stirring in the glass.
Is a Penicillin shaken or stirred?: Shaken. It contains citrus, juice, cream or egg, which need the force and aeration of shaking.
How strong is a Penicillin?: About 16% ABV after dilution, or roughly 1.5 US standard drinks (21 g of alcohol) per serve.
How many calories are in a Penicillin?: Roughly 192 kcal per drink, most of it from alcohol.
Can I make a Penicillin without blended Scotch?: Yes. Irish Whiskey is the closest substitute, though the drink will taste different.

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