Satan's Whiskers in all its variations is a good drink,and a classic for sure, but the **** average rating from Discerning Drinkers implies that something is missing for modern palettes.
I suspect the problem is that it's just not boozy enough.
To make it more boozy but still recognizably a Satan's Whiskers, I recommend: 1. using Navy Strength Gin; 2. giving a light "spanking" of Regan's orange bitters rather than a single drop or two; 3. dropping both vermouths to 1/3 Oz; 4. Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao as the orange liqueur; 5. the slightest pinch of salt or drop of saline solution to offset the sweetness.
I suspect the problem is that it's just not boozy enough.
To make it more boozy but still recognizably a Satan's Whiskers, I recommend: 1. using Navy Strength Gin; 2. giving a light "spanking" of Regan's orange bitters rather than a single drop or two; 3. dropping both vermouths to 1/3 Oz; 4. Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao as the orange liqueur; 5. the slightest pinch of salt or drop of saline solution to offset the sweetness.
But what do I know? Your mileage may vary.