Gin
Hanky Panky
The Hanky Panky blends London dry gin with sweet vermouth and a dash of Fernet‑Branca, delivering a herbaceous, slightly bitter edge that cuts through the spirit’s juniper backbone. Its orange‑peel garnish adds a bright citrus aroma, while the stirred, chilled pour into a coupe keeps the texture silky and the temperature crisp. With only three ingredients, the drink is straightforward to assemble, requiring just a mixing glass, ice, and a bar spoon for immediate enjoyment.
Ingredients
- Gin (London Dry) 1.5 oz
- Vermouth (Sweet) 1.5 oz
- Fernet-Branca 2 dashes
- Glass:
- Coupe
- Garnish:
- Orange Peel
Instructions
- 1
Stir with ice
- 2
Strain into coupe
History
Records show the Hanky Panky was created in 1915 by Ada Coleman, head bartender at London's Savoy Hotel, for actor Sir Charles Hawtrey. It remained a Savoy staple and resurfaced in mid‑20th‑century cocktail literature.
Tasting Notes
The gin’s botanical sharpness is softened by the sweet vermouth, while Fernet‑Branca contributes a pronounced bitter, minty depth. The result is a medium‑dry, silky sip with lingering herbal bitterness and a citrus finish.
Serve it chilled as an aperitif before dinner to awaken the palate.
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