Brandy Alexander Recipe (2024)

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Troy

A proper co*cktail is 3-4 oz of spirits & mixers. Shaking or stirring adds another 1-1.5 oz of water from chilling & dilution.
A drink any larger requires rapid consumption or you end up drinking a warm drink. The size of this drink is spot on.

LGC

I make these all winter. I prefer a slightly higher proportion of brandy to equal amounts of cream and creme de cacao - 1.5/1/1. I use heavy cream, light cream, or half-and-half, depending on what's in the frig. Nutmeg can overwhelm so I use it sparingly.

J Colletti

How do you serve a 3 oz drink to a guest ? If it was whisky neat I could understand, but a 3 oz mixed drink ? This receipe needs to be doubled.

AK

I use ice cream instead of heavy cream and it makes for a delightful post-dinner co*cktail.

Love the times

This drink is the best- serving it all season

Dale

A brandy or grasshopper dessert drink made with cream or milk and not ice cream is not worthy of printing.Try it, you'll never go back

CSB

Agree with more brandy - 1.5 Oz and I use half and half and dash of nutmeg. Delightful lighter option when serving spiked eggnog at the holidays.

Jo

This is my happy holiday drink of choice! Simple and forgiving for what is in the fridge.

Harbor Diner

Used 1.5 oz brandy and lots of nutmeg on top. Tasty!

kelly

This is the drink I always wanted when ordering a White Russian. Now I know. Yum

zacko

Be careful. This drink is so good it could ruin your life, viz. Days of Wine and Roses.

Bob

Make sure to use freshly grated nutmeg on top!

Samantha

I also made the drink a bit bigger, with equal parts of 1 1/2 oz, and it appropriately filled the martini glass. Delicious, looks and tastes like winter. :)

AK

I use ice cream instead of heavy cream and it makes for a delightful post-dinner co*cktail.

janina

I use high quality ice cream and make it in a blender.

Paul

Best made in advance and chilled to eliminate the need for ice. White (clear) brandy and white crème de cacao are both available. I use both for this drink.

K Gardner

I make it 1/2 part cheap brandy, especially if aged for more than 2 years, 1 part milk, and 1 part creme de cacao. I find milk works just as well as cream. For parties, I go with 3/4 to 1 part Hennessy VS and add a small dash of nutmeg.

LGC

I make these all winter. I prefer a slightly higher proportion of brandy to equal amounts of cream and creme de cacao - 1.5/1/1. I use heavy cream, light cream, or half-and-half, depending on what's in the frig. Nutmeg can overwhelm so I use it sparingly.

Michelle

A bar I worked at in the 80s always made them in a blender with I've cream!! So much better

Isabel

I'm enjoying one on this cold NYC afternoon. Only change to the recipe is that I used half and half instead of heavy cream. Don't spare the nutmeg.

J Colletti

How do you serve a 3 oz drink to a guest ? If it was whisky neat I could understand, but a 3 oz mixed drink ? This receipe needs to be doubled.

Kim

Idk if you tried this yet, but that 1 oz. of cream is going to greatly expand into a fluffy cream, so your drink will actually appear bigger and also be more filling.

Troy

A proper co*cktail is 3-4 oz of spirits & mixers. Shaking or stirring adds another 1-1.5 oz of water from chilling & dilution.
A drink any larger requires rapid consumption or you end up drinking a warm drink. The size of this drink is spot on.

E

90% of the co*cktails you’ve ever had that weren’t topped with soda were 3oz. That’s the industry standard.

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Brandy Alexander Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is a Brandy Alexander made of? ›

The boozy Brandy Alexander is made with brandy, crème de cacao, heavy cream, and topped with freshly-grated nutmeg.

What is a good mixture for brandy? ›

Here are some brandy mixed drinks to consider: Brandy Sour: Cognac, lemon juice, sugar syrup, bitters, and pasteurized egg whites. Brandy Highball: Cognac, ginger syrup, and sparkling fruit juice.

What is the story behind Brandy Alexander? ›

The drink was possibly named after Troy Alexander, a bartender at Rector's, a New York City restaurant, who created the drink in order to serve a white drink at a dinner celebrating Phoebe Snow, a character in a popular advertising campaign in the early 20th century.

What is the difference between brandy ice and Brandy Alexander? ›

They are basically the same thing, but a brandy alexander is made with cream and a brandy ice is made with ice cream.

What alcohol is in a Brandy Alexander? ›

Brandy Alexander ingredients: This after dinner co*cktail is typically a blend of brandy, crème de cacao liqueur and cream. We've also added nutmeg, cinnamon and sugar for a festive flavour boost.

What does Brandy Alexander taste like? ›

Rich, creamy, and sweet, this Brandy Alexander co*cktail is the perfect treat in the evening, especially during the holidays. It's an indulgent drink that is also strong and decadent that goes down smoothly. It's slightly thick with a chocolate, creamy flavor that makes the co*cktail taste like dessert in a glass.

What makes brandy taste better? ›

If you have a good-quality brandy on hand, you might like to keep it simple and add a small splash of lemon or lime juice, and a splash of soda – to make the brandy the star of the show. Citrus is a great pairing for brandy – simply adjust to your taste preferences.

Does brandy go bad? ›

Its high alcohol level keeps bacteria from growing in the liquor and protects its integrity when stored in a cool and dark environment. Open brandy won't go bad but it will lose its potency and flavor complexity within 6 months to 2 years of the seal being broken.

What is a cognac vs brandy? ›

Examples of brandy include pisco, armagnac or Obstler (a brandy produced in Austria and Switzerland). Cognac, however, is always made with grapes and has a very specific distillation and blending process located in a small, protected area in the southwest of France. considered as brandy, but not all brandy is cognac.”

Is Brandy Alexander enjoyed as a digestif? ›

Brandy Alexander is a co*cktail perfect for serving when you're hosting a party. This rich, creamy co*cktail is also comforting when you want to spend a quiet evening at home. This tantalizing drink is best enjoyed after dinner as a digestif.

What was Brandy Alexander originally known as? ›

Be the first to review! This retro dessert co*cktail deserves a spot at your next dinner party. The Brandy Alexander, also known as the Alexander #2, is a derivative of the aptly named Alexander #1. The original Alexander was first printed in Hugo Ensslin's 1916 cookbook.

What kind of alcohol is crème de cacao? ›

Crème de Cacao is a cacao (chocolate bean) flavoured liqueur, often scented with vanilla.

What is a substitute for crème de cacao in Brandy Alexander? ›

Some suitable substitutes for crème de cacao include various chocolate-flavored liqueurs like Godiva or Mozart, which bring similar sweetness and depth to co*cktails and desserts.

Is Grand Marnier a brandy? ›

The brand's best-known product is Grand Marnier Cordon Rouge, an orange-flavored liqueur created in 1880 by Alexandre Marnier-Lapostolle. It is made from a blend of Cognac brandy, distilled essence of bitter orange, and sugar, containing 40% alcohol (70 proof in the UK, 80 proof in the US).

What are the 4 types of brandy? ›

Brandy generally refers to a distilled spirit made from fermented fruit juice. It can be produced using grapes or other types of fruit, such as apples. Calvados, pisco, armagnac, and applejack are all types of brandy. Unlike cognac, brandy can be made anywhere in the world.

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