Satan's Whiskers

Name: Satan's Whiskers
Prep time: 4 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 30 ml Gin; 15 ml Sweet Vermouth; 15 ml Dry Vermouth; 15 ml Orange Liqueur (Cointreau or Triple Sec); 15 ml Fresh Orange Juice; 1-2 drops of Orange Bitters; Ice

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.

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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.

“Sometimes the most attractive things are those that contain a little danger.”

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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