Brandy
Brandy Alexander
- Base
- Brandy
- Family
- Creamy
- Era
- Up to 1919
- Date
- 1915
- Glass
- Coupe
- Technique
- Shaken
- Flavour
- Sweet, Creamy
- Strength
- Medium
- IBA list
- The Unforgettables
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Brandy or cognac | 30 ml |
| Crème de cacao | 30 ml |
| Cream | 30 ml |
| Nutmeg (garnish) | a little |
Method
- Shake everything with ice.
- Strain into a chilled glass and grate nutmeg on top.
Tools
Place of origin
Where it is most consumed
Mostly enjoyed as an after-dinner drink.
An impression, not a measured figure
Curious stories
Documented
The original Alexander used gin, as recorded by Hugo Ensslin in 1915. Brandy came later and now defines the recipe.
