Brandy Alexander
| Cocktail | |
|---|---|
| Type | Cocktail |
| Base spirit | |
| Served | Straight up: chilled, without ice |
| Standard garnish | Sprinkle fresh ground nutmeg on top. |
| Standard drinkware | Cocktail glass |
| Commonly used ingredients |
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| Preparation | Pour all ingredients into cocktail shaker filled with ice cubes. Shake and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. |
A Brandy Alexander is a brandy-based dessert cocktail, consisting of cognac, crème de cacao, and cream, that became popular during the early 20th century. It is a variation of an earlier, gin-based cocktail called simply an Alexander. The cocktail known as Alexander today may contain gin or brandy. Ice cream can be added for a "frozen Brandy Alexander".