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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
1 ounce brandy (cognac)
1 ounce dark crème de cacao
1 ounce heavy cream
nutmeg
ice

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

2

Pour in 1 ounce of brandy (cognac).

3

Add 1 ounce of dark crème de cacao.

4

Add 1 ounce of heavy cream.

5

Shake the shaker vigorously until well chilled.

6

Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.

7

Grate nutmeg over the top as garnish.

Cooking Techniques

shakingstraining

Equipment Needed

cocktail shakercocktail glassgrater

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Brandy AlexAlexander

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