Satan's Whiskers is a vibrant and aromatic classic cocktail made with gin, orange liqueur and citrus flavors. It has a balanced and complex character thanks to the use of both sweet and dry vermouth.
Satan's Whiskers is one of the remarkable classics included in the famous The Savoy Cocktail Book, published in 1930. The book was written by Harry Craddock, a bartender at the legendary bar of the Savoy Hotel in London, and has made many classic cocktail recipes known around the world.
The cocktail's curious name has been a curiosity for years. "Satan's Whiskers" refers to the strong yet seductive character of the drink. Citrusy and smooth on the first sip, it leaves a stronger impact than expected thanks to its alcohol balance.
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There are also two different versions of this cocktail, known as "Straight" and "Curled". One uses Cointreau as the orange liqueur, while the other uses Grand Marnier. This small change slightly differentiates the character of the cocktail. Today, Satan's Whiskers is considered one of the forgotten recipes discovered by classic cocktail aficionados, notable for its citrusy flavor.
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Ingredients
Unit System
30 mlGin
15 mlSweet Vermouth
15 mlDry Vermouth
15 mlOrange Liqueur (Cointreau or Triple Sec)
15 mlFresh Orange Juice
1-2drops of Orange Bitters
·Ice
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Method
1
Add the gin, sweet vermouth, dry vermouth, orange liqueur and orange juice to the shaker.
2
Add some ice and shake the mixture well.
3
Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
4
Serve with a drizzle of orange bitters.
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Bartender Tips
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Using fresh orange juice noticeably enhances the aroma of the cocktail.
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The choice of gin is important - gins with too dominant flavors can throw the drink out of balance.
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Pre-chilling the glass makes citrus cocktails feel more vibrant.
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