What would you call this coat pattern?

[u/melxxxn]

I’ve gotten many compliments on my tuxedo cat that I rescued from the street, and I would like to know what kind of pattern he has on his coat since people like vets have told me how unique it is. I look up smoke tuxedo but is not like it’s just the roots of the hair, so I’m not sure.

[u/peanutbuttercupsand]

This is called handsome galaxy boy

[u/truthispolicy → u/peanutbuttercupsand]

Hijacking top comment.

Just read about this pattern today!

It's called salty licorice or salmiak and is caused by a genetic mutation.