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Angel Face Cocktail Drink

Angel Face Cocktail Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
Discover the charm of our Angel Face cocktail recipe! Made with Gin, Apricot Brandy, and Calvados, it promises a consistent favorite for many.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 196

Ingredients
 

  • 1 oz Gin
  • 1 oz apricot Brandy
  • 1 oz Calvados - apple Brandy
  • Ice cubes
  • Apple slice or twist - for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker
  • Measuring Jigger
  • Martini Glass
  • Cocktail Strainer and Fine-strainer

Instructions

  • Chill the Glass: Stir some ice cubes in your martini glass or place it in the freezer for a few hours to chill.
  • Mix Ingredients: In the cocktail shaker, pour in 1 oz apricot Brandy, 1 oz Calvados, and 1 oz Gin.
  • Add ice: Fill up the shaker with ice cubes.
  • Shake Well: Seal the shaker and give it a vigorous shake for about 15 seconds.
  • Strain and Serve: Fine strain the mixture into your chilled martini glass, removing the ice cubes.
  • Garnish: Adorn with an apple slice or twist.

Notes

Substitutes:

  • Gin: I've reached for vodka when I don't have Gin on hand. It gives a neutral base, though you'll miss out on the botanicals. For a more aromatic twist, try using a floral gin.
  • Apricot Brandy: Peach liqueur can be a decent stand-in. It's sweeter and less tart but brings a similar fruity depth.
  • Calvados: If apple brandy isn't available, pear or a good quality apple cider could work. The latter will be less alcoholic and might need some sweetness adjustment. 

Making a Pitcher of Angel Face Cocktail:

  • Scale: For a pitcher serving 8, you'll need 8 oz of Gin, 8 oz of apricot brandy, and 8 oz of Calvados.
  • Mix: In a large pitcher, combine all the ingredients. Stir them together with ice.
  • Serve: Pour the mixture into chilled martini glasses, garnish with an apple slice or twist, and serve immediately.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

  • Gin Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic gin substitute. They capture some of the botanicals and can be refreshing.
  • Apricot Brandy Substitute: Use apricot juice or nectar. If it's too sweet, balance it with a splash of lemon juice.
  • Calvados Substitute: Apple juice or non-alcoholic apple cider can replace apple brandy. For a bit of kick, add a dash of lemon or lime.

Making it Vegan:

The cocktail is inherently vegan, containing no animal-derived ingredients. However, always check the labels of your liquors and mixers to ensure no animal products are used in their processing or filtering methods.