Hanky Panky
A gin cocktail with sweet vermouth and a touch of Fernet Branca, garnished with an orange twist. It is lightly tart, off-dry, and fairly strong at about 24% ABV.
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Stir with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Hanky Panky
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Volume159 ml
Strength24% ABV
Alcohol38 ml (30 g)95 ml of vodka (40%)3 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar7.7 g (4.9%)2 sugar cubes
Acidity0.17%
SweetnessOff-dry
Harry Craddock, “The Savoy Cocktail Book” (1930)
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Hanky Panky