Brandy Alexander
A rich and creamy chocolate-nutmeg dessert cocktail dating to the early 20th century
- 1½ ozbrandy(cognac preferred)
- 1 ozdark creme de cacao
- 1 ozheavy cream
- freshly grated nutmeggarnish
- 1Add brandy, creme de cacao, and heavy cream to a shaker with ice.
- 2Shake vigorously until very cold and frothy.
- 3Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- 4Garnish with freshly grated nutmeg on top.
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A variation of the earlier gin-based Alexander this brandy version became the standard by mid-century. It epitomized sophisticated after-dinner drinking through the 1970s.
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