What glass is a Hanky Panky served in?

A coupe. The stem keeps your hand away from the cold drink, and the curved rim makes it far harder to spill than a V-shaped martini glass.

Is a Hanky Panky shaken or stirred?

Stirred. It contains only spirits and modifiers, so stirring chills and dilutes it while keeping it clear and silky.

How strong is a Hanky Panky?

About 21% ABV after dilution, or roughly 1.6 US standard drinks (22 g of alcohol) per serve.

How many calories are in a Hanky Panky?

Roughly 185 kcal per drink, most of it from alcohol.

Can I make a Hanky Panky without London dry gin?

Yes. Vodka is the closest substitute, though the drink will taste different.

Martinez

Ramos Gin Fizz

Hanky Panky

Gin and sweet vermouth with a jolt of Fernet-Branca. Bittersweet and bracing.

Strength: 21% ABV
Standard drinks (US): 1.6
Calories: 185 kcal
In the glass: 4⅔ oz
Method: Stirred

London Dry Gin
Sweet Vermouth
Fernet-Branca

How to Make a Hanky Panky

Add the London dry gin, sweet vermouth and Fernet-Branca to a mixing glass.
Fill with ice and stir for 25 to 30 seconds until well chilled.
Strain into a chilled coupe.
Garnish with an orange twist.

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About the Hanky Panky

Ada Coleman, head bartender at the Savoy's American Bar, created it in the early 1900s for actor Charles Hawtrey, who declared it the real hanky-panky.

Created 1900s in London, UK. Listed as an official cocktail by the International Bartenders Association.

Bartender's tip: Use exactly the amount of Fernet given. It is a powerful ingredient.

Taste Profile

Sweet

Sour

Bitter

Strong

Fresh

Good to Know

What glass is a Hanky Panky served in?: A coupe. The stem keeps your hand away from the cold drink, and the curved rim makes it far harder to spill than a V-shaped martini glass.
Is a Hanky Panky shaken or stirred?: Stirred. It contains only spirits and modifiers, so stirring chills and dilutes it while keeping it clear and silky.
How strong is a Hanky Panky?: About 21% ABV after dilution, or roughly 1.6 US standard drinks (22 g of alcohol) per serve.
How many calories are in a Hanky Panky?: Roughly 185 kcal per drink, most of it from alcohol.
Can I make a Hanky Panky without London dry gin?: Yes. Vodka is the closest substitute, though the drink will taste different.

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