CLASSIC WITH A TWIST
About the Penicillin
This reinvented Penicillin layers smoky, herbal, and spicy flavors into a complex yet approachable cocktail. Empirical Cilantro brings fresh, grassy brightness, Faccia Brutto Centerbe adds alpine herbal depth, and Ayuuk contributes a smoky, chili warmth. Combined with lemon, ginger honey cordial, and a touch of simple syrup, the result is a cocktail that's bold, balanced, and unforgettable—whether served up or over rocks.
Ingredients
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1 ½ oz Empirical Cilantro
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¾ oz Faccia Brutto Centerbe
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¼ oz Empirical Ayuuk (optional float or mix-in)
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¾ oz Lemon Juice
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½ oz Simple Syrup
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¾ oz Ginger Honey Cordial*
*For ginger syrup instead of cordial, adjust or omit the simple syrup depending on sweetness.
Instructions
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Add all ingredients (except Ayuuk, if using as a float) to a shaker filled with ice.
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Shake well and strain into either a chilled cocktail glass or a rocks glass over ice.
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If desired, float Ayuuk on top for added smokiness.
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Garnish with a slice of ginger or lemon, if preferred.
Why Use Empirical Spirits Cilantro & Faccia Brutto Centerbe?
This twist on the modern Penicillin swaps smoky Scotch for the herbal intensity of Faccia Brutto Centerbe, the grassy brightness of Empirical Cilantro, and the smoky, chili depth of Empirical Ayuuk. Together, they create a layered, bold flavor profile that balances smoke, citrus, spice, and herbal complexity in every sip.