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Satan's Whiskers (Kevin Armstrong's)

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Measurements in:
Serves:
1
Ingredients
1 fl oz Hayman's London Dry Gin
1⁄3 fl oz Grand Marnier or other cognac orange liqueur
1⁄3 fl oz Strucchi Dry Vermouth
1⁄3 fl oz Punt E Mes vermouth amaro
1⁄3 fl oz Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
5⁄6 fl oz Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
1⁄4 fl oz Sugar syrup 'rich' (2 sugar to 1 water) 65.0°Brix
1 dash Orange Bitters by Angostura

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How to make

Glass

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Prepare

  1. Select and pre-chill a COUPE GLASS.
  2. Prepare garnish of orange zest twist.

Method

  1. SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
  2. FINE STRAIN into chilled glass.

Garnish

  1. EXPRESS orange zest twist over the cocktail and use as garnish.

Flavour Profile

No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
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Health & Nutrition

Nutrition:

One serving of Satan's Whiskers (Kevin Armstrong's) contains 155 calories

Alcohol content:

  • 1.1 standard drinks
  • 14.19% alc./vol. (28.39° proof)
  • 15.7 grams of pure alcohol

Allergens:

Recipe contains the following allergens:

Values stated for alcohol and calorie content, and number of drinks an ingredient makes should be considered approximate.

History

This version of the classic Satan's Whiskers is adapted from a recipe created by Kevin Armstrong as the signature cocktail at his Satan's Whiskers bar in Bethnal Green, London, England. His recipe calls for Tanqueray London Dry Gin and Noilly Prat as the dry vermouth. Kevin's recipe is also mixed with a Regal Shake.

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Review

A classic Straight Satan's Whiskers with added freshness thanks to a splash of lemon juice, balanced with a touch of sugar.

Variations/similar cocktails

Satan's Whiskers Straight
Satan's Whiskers Curled
Satan's Whiskers Enroulée
Satan's Whiskers Marcelled

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Comments & Discussion

Allison Hay
Very light and refreshing — probably too easy to drink!
score: 1
Tuber Magnatum Premium Member
Delicious which surprised me as I am not in general a huge fan of cocktails with orange juice. However, I was looking for a light apertivo and this fit the bill nicely. I am curious about the Regal Shake mentioned in the history. I wasn't sure if it was to be done with orange zest (which I did), lemon, or both. As I did it, I can't say it added an extra dimension over just expressing some citrus oils over the drink. Curious as to others experience with this technique.
score: 1
Chris Brislawn
No Punt e Mes so I used Alessio Rosso Vermouth di Torino, which to my palate is more of a vermouth amaro than a typical sweet vermouth di Torino. The added bitterness and the sour from the lemon makes this a more complex and interesting Satan's Whiskers.
score: 1
Caspian Berggren Premium Member
This is honestly the best Satan's Whiskers I've had. The gin, lemon and vermouths work together to create a gorgeous herbal note that I haven't ever experienced before. The OJ adds some juiciness with the delicious orange flavours enhanced by the GM and bitters. Definitely something to serve your guests when the sun is just going below the tree line.
score: 2
G. M. Genovese Premium Member
This is the third version of this drink I've tried from this site and it's by far my favorite.
score: 5
John CARR Premium Member
Agreed. This is definitely my favourite of the recipes I’ve tried. Excellent combination of freshness and fruity with enough bite to keep it interesting.
score: 2
Mike Gibb Premium Member
Seconded! this is richer, thicker and more interesting than the Straight Satan's Whiskers
score: 1
Mark Catone
Liked this very much! Looking forward to trying the other versions.
score: 1

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