BRANDY ALEXANDER ~ Dessert Cocktail | The Style Chase |

heavy cream

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Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

Welcome and introduction to making a Brandy Alexander cocktail.

Mention that cognac can be used instead of brandy.

Explain the difference between dark and clear crème de cacao.

State that heavy cream is essential and ice is needed.

Garnish with strawberries and fresh nutmeg, or pre-ground nutmeg if preferred.

Prepare to make two cocktails, using a shaker or large tumbler.

Add 1 ounce of dark crème de cacao for each cocktail (total of 2 ounces).

Add 1.5 ounces of brandy for each cocktail (total of 3 ounces).

Add 1 ounce of heavy cream for each cocktail (total of 2 ounces).

Optionally mention using vanilla ice cream for a frozen version instead of cream.

Add ice to the shaker and stir until very cold.

Strain the mixture into cocktail glasses.

Grate fresh nutmeg on top as garnish.

Add strawberries for decoration, if desired.

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