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Angel Face

A silky gin cocktail with calvados and apricot from the Savoy

ginEasy~26% ABV

MethodShakeGlassCoupeIcenoneGarnishlemon twist

Recipe

Serves1

Ingredients

1 ozgin(London dry style)
1 ozapple brandy(calvados)
1 ozapricot liqueur
lemon twistgarnish

Tools

shakerjiggerstrainer

Instructions

1Combine gin and apple brandy and apricot liqueur in a shaker.
2Fill with ice and shake until well chilled.
3Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
4Garnish with a lemon twist.

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History & Origin

Another gem from Harry Craddock's Savoy Cocktail Book. The equal parts formula creates a harmonious blend of apple and apricot with London dry gin.

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