✅ 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.