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$1.97
cost
174
cal
22.9%
ABV
4/5
NA score
1.33
std drinks
10.8g
sugar
Bee's Knees
An easy gin cocktail built on gin.
The Recipe
- gin2 oz
- lemon juice0.75 oz
- honey syrup0.75 oz
Flavor Profile
Cost
Cost Breakdown
Pour cost
$1.97
Bar price
$13–$16
You save
$11.03
| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| gin | 2 oz | $1.73 |
| lemon juice | 0.75 oz | $0.14 |
| honey syrup | 0.75 oz | $0.09 |
| Total pour cost | $1.97 | |
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Calories
174
Sugar
10.8g
ABV
22.9%
Std drinks
1.33
| Ingredient | Calories | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| gin | 128 | 73.7% |
| honey syrup | 40.5 | 23.3% |
| lemon juice | 5.3 | 3% |
Carbs: 11g
Alcohol: 18.7g
Volume: 3.5 oz
Zero-Proof
Non-Alcoholic Version
4/5Convertibility
Original cost
$1.97
Zero-proof cost
$3.02
| Original | Replacement | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| gin | Seedlip Garden 108(Seedlip) | $2.79 |
| lemon juice | Kept | $0.14 |
| honey syrup | Kept | $0.09 |
Flavor notes
This recipe converts cleanly because citrus, dilution, and modifiers still do most of the work.
Pairs Well With
oystersgoat cheeseherbed canapesshrimp cocktailcevichegrilled fishsalted nutsmarinated olivesfried artichokesdeviled eggssushitempurayakitoriramenaged cheddartriple cream briecharcuterie
Common Questions
- What ingredients do I need for a Bee's Knees?
- 2 oz gin, 0.75 oz lemon juice, 0.75 oz honey syrup.
- How much does a Bee's Knees cost to make at home?
- The estimated pour cost for a Bee's Knees is $1.97 using standard US retail bottle prices.
- How many calories are in a Bee's Knees?
- A Bee's Knees has approximately 174 calories, with 22.9% ABV and 10.8g of sugar.
- Can I make a non-alcoholic Bee's Knees?
- Yes — the Bee's Knees has a convertibility score of 4/5. The zero-proof version costs approximately $3.02.