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And the answer is...

✅ Correct!

Ada Coleman, known as "Coley," was the first woman to be head bartender at The Savoy’s American Bar. She created the drink for actor Sir Charles Hawtrey.

❌ Not Harry Craddock

Harry Craddock was Ada's successor. He popularized the drink in his 1930 book, but Ada Coleman is the true inventor.

❌ Not Ava Gardner

The legendary actress was a frequent guest at bars, but she didn't invent this one. The credit goes to Ada Coleman.

❌ Not Harry Johnson

Harry Johnson was a pioneer of the craft, but the Hanky Panky was a Ada Coleman original from 1903.