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Brandy Alexander Recipe

Daryl and Mindi Hirsch
The Brandy Alexander is as easy to craft as it is to drink. Our boozy version of the classic cocktail is an after-dinner winner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Drink
Cuisine Cocktail
Servings 1
Calories 267 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1½ ounces cognac
  • 1 ounce dark crème de cacao
  • 1 ounce cream
  • nutmeg (freshly grated)
  • ice cubes (for shaking)

Equipment

Instructions
 

  • Combine cognac, crème de cacao and cream in a shaker.
  • Add several ice cubes and shake for 20 seconds until the liquids are mixed and chilled.
  • Strain into a martini or coupe glass.
  • Garnish with freshly grated nutmeg.

Notes

  • You can replace the dark cacao with white cacao based on preference and availability.
  • You can reduce the cognac from 1.5 ounces to 1 ounce if you prefer a less boozy beverage.

Nutrition

Calories: 267kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 8mgPotassium: 29mgSugar: 11gVitamin A: 417IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 0.1mg
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