Cocktail Recipes

Brandy Alexander

Classic | After Dinner, Ice Cream | from Anders Erickson

The Brandy Alexander is a classic, combining cognac, crème de cacao and cream, it’s easy to make and even easier to drink.

Ingredients

Amount	Ingredient	Brand
2 oz / 50 ml 3 oz / 75 ml 4 oz / 100 ml 6 oz / 150 ml	Cognac	Maison Rouge V.S.O.P.
1 oz / 25 ml 1 1⁄2 oz / 38 ml 2 oz / 50 ml 3 oz / 75 ml	Crème de Cacao	Tempus Fugit Spirits
1 oz / 25 ml 1 1⁄2 oz / 38 ml 2 oz / 50 ml 3 oz / 75 ml	Cream	heavy cream, half & half, or a favorite non-dairy creamer

Notes

• Method: Shaken
• Pour: Double Strain
• Glassware: Cocktail
• Garnish: Grated Nutmeg
• Special Prep: For an extra decadent alexander, substitute 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream for the cream. To mix, combine in a blender with half a scoop of ice for a frozen brandy alexander.