Angel-Face - Cocktail
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Cocktail, Cocktails, Served Up, Brandy, Shaken, Served in Cocktail Glass, Gin

Ingredients: Served: Straight up: chilled, without ice. Drinkware: Cocktail glass. Method: Pour all ingredients into cocktail shaker filled with ice cubes. Shake and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. 3 cl gin, 3 cl Apricot brandy, 3 cl Calvados
**Angel-Face - Cocktail** Discover the smooth and subtly sweet **Angel Face Cocktail**, a classic blend of **Spirits** that's delicate yet flavorful! This elegant **Cocktail** brings together the botanical notes of **Gin**, the fruity sweetness of Apricot **Brandy**, and the crisp apple essence of Calvados (apple **Brandy**). It's a harmonious trio that creates a refined, slightly sweet sip without any tartness. It's **Shaken** to perfection and **Served Up** in a chilled **Cocktail glass**. **Ingredients:** * 3 cl gin * 3 cl Apricot brandy * 3 cl Calvados **Preparation:** 1. Chill your **Cocktail glass** thoroughly. 2. In a **cocktail shaker**, combine the **gin**, Apricot **brandy**, and Calvados. 3. Fill the shaker generously with ice cubes. 4. **Shake well** until the outside of the shaker is frosty and the liquid is thoroughly chilled. 5. **Strain** the mixture into your chilled **Cocktail glass**. 6. Serve **Straight up**, without ice. **Notes and Tips:** * Using quality **Gin** and **Brandy** is key, as there are only three ingredients! Choose brands whose flavors you enjoy. * The equal parts ratio makes this drink easy to remember and balance. * Proper chilling through **Shaken** is important for this drink served **Served Up**. * While traditionally served without garnish, a simple apple slice or a lemon twist could complement the flavors. **History or Origin:** The **Angel Face Cocktail** is a classic from the Prohibition era. It first appeared in Harry Craddock's famous *Savoy Cocktail Book*, published in 1930. Its simple three-ingredient formula made it easy to mix, and the combination of different spirits provided a complex flavor profile despite its ease of creation. Its name likely reflects its smooth, pleasant (angelic?) character compared to some of the harsher drinks of the time. **Visual Description:** Served **Straight up** in a chilled **Cocktail glass**, the **Angel Face** is typically a clear or very pale yellow/golden color from the spirits. It looks clean, smooth, and elegant, a simple yet sophisticated presentation. **Conclusion:** For a smooth, slightly fruity, and subtly complex **Cocktail** that's perfect for sipping slowly, the **Angel Face** is a wonderful choice. Its elegant blend of **Gin** and **Brandy**, **Shaken** and **Served Up**, is a timeless classic. Mix one up and enjoy this heavenly sip!