Hanky Panky
Base Spirit
Gin
Flavour Type
Herbal, Bitter
Cocktail Type
Classic
A variation on the sweet martini, distinguished by Fernet-Branca.
Origin/History
Created by Ada Coleman at the Savoy Hotel's American Bar in the early 1900s.
Serving Instructions
Stir over ice, strain into a chilled glass, garnished, and served up.
Occassion
Pre-dinner, Classic hours
Year of Creation
Early 1900s
Classic/Modern
Classic
Garnishes
Orange twist
Aroma
Herbaceous with a hint of bitterness
Texture/Consistency
Smooth
Pairings
Heavy appetizers, especially with meat
Fun Facts
Known for introducing Fernet-Branca into cocktail mixology.
Shaking/Stirring Instructions
Stir well with ice
Ingredients
- Gin
- Sweet vermouth
- Fernet-Branca
Preparation Method
- 45 ml gin
- 45 ml sweet vermouth
- 2 dashes Fernet-Branca
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