How To Make A Honeybee Martini (Lavender Honey Gin Cocktail)
bee the life of the party with this honeybee martini
Lately, we’ve been playing around with ideas for our signature cocktails as the beginning part of our wedding planning, and this one came together in a way that felt a little too perfect not to share.
Thomas has called Sidney “Honeybee” for years, so once we started mixing honey gin with citrus and a hint of lavender, the name kind of chose itself.
It’s light, floral, slightly sweet, and incredibly easy to make, but it tastes like something you’d order at a really good cocktail bar.
What You’ll Love About This Honeybee Martini
This is one of those drinks that feels elevated without being complicated:
- Honey gin gives it a smooth, slightly sweet base
- Lavender syrup adds a soft floral note (not overpowering)
- Fresh lemon juice brightens everything up
- Lime bitters bring just enough depth to balance it all out
It’s refreshing, balanced, and dangerously easy to sip.
Honeybee Martini Recipe
Makes: 2 cocktails
Ingredients:
- 2 shots honey gin
- ½ shot fresh lemon juice
- 1–2 teaspoons lavender syrup (to taste)
- 2–3 dashes lime bitters
- Ice
🧊 Directions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add the honey gin, lemon juice, lavender syrup, and lime bitters.
- Shake well for 15–20 seconds until fully chilled.
- Strain into chilled martini glasses.
- Optional: garnish with a lemon twist or a small sprig of lavender.
🎥 How to Make Lavender Syrup
If you don’t already have lavender syrup on hand, it’s incredibly easy to make—and we use it all the time for cocktails like this.
We’ve got a quick step-by-step video showing exactly how to make it:
We usually keep a batch in the fridge for drinks, lemonades, and even coffee. It lasts about 1–2 weeks and makes everything feel a little more elevated.
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❓ FAQ
What is a Honeybee Martini?
A Honeybee Martini is a floral citrus cocktail made with honey gin, lavender syrup, lemon juice, and bitters. It’s a lightly sweet, refreshing twist on a martini-style drink.
What does a Honeybee Martini taste like?
It’s smooth and slightly sweet with floral notes from the lavender, balanced by bright lemon juice and a clean gin finish. The bitters add subtle depth so it’s not overly sweet.
Can I make this cocktail without honey gin?
Yes. Use regular gin and add 1–2 teaspoons of honey to recreate the same sweetness and balance.
What type of gin is best for this recipe?
A floral or citrus-forward gin works best. If you’re not using honey gin, avoid very pine-heavy gins so the lavender can shine.
How do you make lavender syrup for cocktails?
You can follow our full video above, but the quick version is: combine equal parts sugar and hot water, steep culinary lavender, then strain. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Can I batch Honeybee Martinis for a party?
Yes. Multiply the ingredients and mix everything except ice. Store chilled, then shake individual servings with ice before serving.
What are lime bitters and can I substitute them?
Lime bitters add a concentrated citrus depth. If you don’t have them, you can use orange bitters or skip them, just note the flavor will be slightly less complex.
How strong is this martini?
It’s similar to a standard martini, smooth and easy to drink, but still spirit-forward.
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Final Sip
This Honeybee Martini is simple, a little romantic, and just unique enough to stand out.
Whether it becomes the signature cocktail or not, it’s definitely one we’ll keep coming back to.
Cheers!
Much love,
Sidney & Thomas
How To Make A Honeybee Martini (Lavender Honey Gin Cocktail)
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.Ice
- Add the honey gin, lemon juice, lavender syrup, and lime bitters.2 oz honey gin, 1-2 tsp lavender syrup, 2-3 dash lime bitters, ½ oz fresh lemon juice
- Shake well for 15–20 seconds until fully chilled.
- Strain into chilled martini glasses.
- Optional: garnish with a lemon twist or a small sprig of lavender.
Nutrition
Notes
- The nutrition information provided here is intended as a rough guide, only. We are not licensed nutritionists.
