Say hello to your new favorite dessert drink... the Brandy Alexander! A classic cocktail made of brandy, creme de cacao, and cream, it's a simple, delicious drink to end the night!

If you ask me, there are two types of people in the world: those who prefer to eat their dessert and those who prefer to drink it. And for those who prefer to drink it... the Brandy Alexander is the perfect choice.

It's a simple cocktail - made with just 3 ingredients - and has the perfect balance of flavors. I has a hint of chocolate but isn't overly sweet, which makes it ideal for anyone who who's looking for a new favorite after-dinner drink. 

It's believed that the Brandy Alexander was invented by a New York bartender named Troy Alexander, who came up with the drink while working as a bartender at famed New York City restaurant Rector’s. A riff on another gin-based cocktail, it quickly gained popularity throughout the city.

It can be made with dark creme de cacao or the lighter variety I used. Either way, it's a delicious classic that's sure to be a favorite! Enjoy!

🥛 Ingredients

• 1 ½ ounces brandy
• 1 ½ ounces creme de cacao
• 1 ½ ounces half & half
• whipped cream (optional)
• ground nutmeg

📋 Instructions

1. Combine brandy, creme de cacao, and half & half in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well.
2. Strain into a glass and top with whipped cream (optional) and nutmeg.

☕️ Recipe variations

• Substitute heavy cream for a richer drink or regular milk for a lighter drink
• Use dark creme de cacao in place of clear creme de cacao
• Substitute your favorite chocolate, coffee, hazelnut, or almond liqueur for the creme de cacao
• Add a squeeze of chocolate syrup
• Make a Frozen Brandy Alexander by adding ice cream and blending

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• Strawberry Shortcake Martini
• Chocolate Sangria

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📖 Recipe

Brandy Alexander

Yield: 1

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Say hello to your new favorite dessert drink... the Brandy Alexander! A classic cocktail made of brandy, creme de cacao, and cream, it's a simple, delicious drink to end the night!

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Ingredients

• 1 ½ ounces brandy
• 1 ½ ounces creme de cacao
• 1 ½ ounces half & half
• whipped cream (optional)
• ground nutmeg

Instructions

1. Combine brandy, creme de cacao, and half & half in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well.
2. Strain into a glass and top with whipped cream (optional) and nutmeg.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 1 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 287Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 29mgCarbohydrates: 19gFiber: 0gSugar: 17gProtein: 2g