Hanky Panky

Hanky Panky

Why is the cocktail called the Hanky Panky?

The Hanky Panky is a cocktail that was created by Ada Coleman, who was the head bartender at the Savoy Hotel in London during the early 1900s. It is said that the cocktail got its name from one of Ada Coleman’s regular customers, Sir Charles Hawtrey, an actor and comedian, who tasted the drink and exclaimed, “By Jove! That is the real hanky-panky!”

The term “hanky-panky” was slang for “shenanigans” or “monkey business” during that time period. It’s possible that Sir Charles Hawtrey used the term to describe the effect the cocktail had on him or the fun and playful nature of the drink. Regardless of the reason, the name stuck, and the Hanky Panky became a popular cocktail that is still enjoyed today.

Hanky Panky

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Recipe by Julian Solorzano Cuisine: Classic CocktailDifficulty: Easy 🔨
Servings

1

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servings
Calories

300

kcal
Total time

1

minute

Ingredients

  • 1.50 Ounces Old duff single malt genever or Bols Oude genever

  • 1.50 Ounces Martini and Rossie sweet vermouth

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    Splash of Fernet Branca amaro

Directions

  • In a mixing glass, stir the ingredients well with ice to chill and strain into a chilled Nick and Nora glass.

Recipe Video

Written by Julian Solorzano

Hailing from Queens, New York, Julian Solorzano served four years in the United States Air Force, traveling throughout Europe and experiencing the best of the local cultures, including their passion for good food and wine. He has since grown an appreciation for all things wine and mixology. Julian fuses that passion with his skills in writing, photography, and video production to share his passion with the world.

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