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Brandy Alexander

Cultural Context

The Brandy Alexander is a classic cocktail that originated in the early 20th century, gaining popularity during Prohibition. It’s a creamy, indulgent drink that combines brandy with chocolate liqueur and cream, often enjoyed as a dessert cocktail. Today, it remains a favorite at celebrations and cocktail parties, with variations using different spirits.

CocktailUSdrink
5 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
2 oz cognac
1 oz dark crème de cacao
1 oz heavy cream
to taste fresh nutmeg
1 cup ice

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Begin by using a really good cognac, such as Louis Roederer.

2

Add 2 parts cognac to 1 part dark crème de cacao and 1 part heavy cream.

3

Shake really well with passion to emulsify the drink.

4

Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.

5

Garnish with a few grinds of fresh nutmeg.

Cooking Techniques

shakingstraining

Equipment Needed

cocktail shakercocktail glassgrater

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

dairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Brandy AlexAlexander

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