The Angel Face

The Angel Face is a classic cocktail that belongs to the "Sour Cocktails" category. It was first created in the 1930s at the famous Harry's New York Bar in Paris and was named for its angelic taste and bright white appearance. The Angel Face is an elegant cocktail composed of equal parts Gin, Calvados, and Apricot Brandy. The combination of these ingredients imparts a distinct fruity flavor, balanced by the intensity of the Gin. The cocktail is renowned for its appealing color, resulting from the blend of clear Gin and light apple brandy. Despite its popularity over the years, the Angel Face is now a rather rare cocktail and is not commonly offered in many bars due to the challenging availability of Calvados. Nonetheless, the Angel Face remains a classic among Sour Cocktails and is a favorite among cocktail connoisseurs who appreciate the drink's fruity flavor and subtle complexity.