Angel’s Delight
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Angel’s Delight
Cocktail recipe

Rating

4.47 / 5
Historically served as a desert cocktail, the Angel’s Delight is a great creamy classic. The pink colour of the drink comes from the few splashes of grenadine. Historically served as a desert cocktail, the Angel’s Delight is a great creamy classic. The pink colour of the drink comes from the few splashes of grenadine.
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Gin
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20% | 4.8 units *
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Classic
Shaken

Cocktail glass

Ingredients

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Serves:
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Cocktail Colin says:

4/5

The Angel’s Delight elegantly marries the botanical sharpness of gin with the sweet citrus of triple sec, balanced beautifully by the cream's silkiness and a splash of grenadine for a hint of tartness. This cocktail is a decadent treat, reminiscent of a sophisticated adult dessert that offers both a visual delight with its soft pink hue and a layered taste experience.

Method
How to make a Angel’s Delight

Serves 1 · Takes 3 minutes
Add all the ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice
A couple of splashes of grenadine should be enough
Shake well until the outside of the shaker becomes frosted
Strain into a chilled cocktail glass and serve

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FAQ's

ORIGINS_HISTORY

What is the origin of Angel’s Delight?

Angel’s Delight is a classic cocktail with origins that trace back to the early 20th century, popular in the United States and Europe. It embodies the post-prohibition era's experimentation with spirits and liqueurs, although its exact origins are somewhat obscure, much like many classic cocktails of that time.

INGREDIENT_SUBSTITUTIONS

Can I make Angel’s Delight without alcohol?

Yes, you can create a non-alcoholic version of Angel’s Delight by substituting the triple sec and gin with non-alcoholic alternatives such as non-alcoholic spirits or a combination of citrus and simple syrup for the triple sec, and seedlip or a non-alcoholic gin for the gin. You can maintain the cream and grenadine for the richness and color.

SERVING_SUGGESTIONS

How should I serve Angel’s Delight for the best taste?

Angel’s Delight is best served in a chilled cocktail glass to maintain its cold temperature. Shake the ingredients with ice to chill and mix them properly before straining into the glass. The cocktail should be served immediately after preparation to ensure the best taste and texture, especially to preserve the frothy top created by the cream.

FOOD_PAIRINGS

What food pairs well with Angel’s Delight?

Angel’s Delight, with its creamy and sweet profile, pairs well with light pastries and desserts, such as fruit tarts, cheesecakes, or mousse. Its smooth texture and sweet-tangy flavor can complement the richness of chocolate as well, making it versatile for after-dinner enjoyment.

FAQ

How can I adjust Angel’s Delight to make it less sweet?

To make Angel’s Delight less sweet, you can reduce the amount of grenadine or use a less sweet cream. Additionally, experimenting with the gin to triple sec ratio can help balance sweetness with the botanical flavors of the gin. Incremental adjustments are recommended to find your preferred balance without deviating too far from the cocktail's intended flavor profile.

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