Our first cocktail is the Alexander, which is a creamy cocktail which dates back to approximately 1915, appearing in Recipes for Mixed Drinks by Hugo Ensslin in 1916.
The Brandy Alexander is a variant of the Alexander which has, through time, become more popular.
AuthorThe Cocktails Must FlowCategoryEgg White, Grated Nutmeg, London Dry Gin, Single Cream, White Creme de CacaoDifficultyBeginnerThe Alexander is a creamy cocktail which dates back to approximately 1915, appearing in Recipes for Mixed Drinks by Hugo Ensslin in 1916.
Half-fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Add all ingredients to the shaker and shake until well-chilled.
Strain into a chilled cocktail coupe.
Garnish with a dusting of grated nutmeg.
Difford's Guide has a history of the Alexander.
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Ingredients
Directions
Half-fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Add all ingredients to the shaker and shake until well-chilled.
Strain into a chilled cocktail coupe.
Garnish with a dusting of grated nutmeg.