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Brandy Alexander

A rich, creamy dessert cocktail — brandy, dark creme de cacao, and cream. Invented in the 1920s, it was a favorite of John Lennon (who said it was his first drink). Decadent and chocolatey.

Prep5 minutes
Cook0 minutes
Serves1 cocktail

Ingredients

  • 1 oz brandy or cognac
  • 1 oz dark creme de cacao
  • 1 oz heavy cream
  • Pinch of nutmeg
  • Cocoa powder for dusting

Instructions

  1. 1. Add brandy, creme de cacao, and cream to a shaker with ice.
  2. 2. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
  3. 3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
  4. 4. Dust with grated nutmeg and cocoa powder.

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