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Alexander cocktail

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Alexander

A creamy and sweet cocktail with cognac, crème de cacao, and cream.

Base
Other
Difficulty
Medium
Strength
Medium

Ingredients

Steps

  1. Add Cognac, Dark Crème de Cacao, and Cream into a Cocktail Shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake until well-chilled.
  3. Strain into a chilled Coupe Glass.
  4. Garnish with freshly grated Nutmeg.

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About the Alexander

The Alexander is a classic creamy cocktail that has been a staple of cocktail culture for over a century. Originally made with gin, it later evolved to include cognac, adding depth and richness to its profile. The addition of crème de cacao and cream makes it a dessert-like treat, perfect for after-dinner sipping.

With its smooth and velvety texture, the Alexander has become a timeless favorite among those who appreciate indulgent and sophisticated drinks.

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How this compares

  • White Russian

    Both are creamy and sweet, but White Russian uses coffee liqueur for a richer, coffee-like flavor, while Alexander is more dessert-like with chocolate notes from crème de cacao.

  • Grasshopper

    Both are creamy and dessert-like, but Grasshopper uses mint and chocolate liqueurs, while Alexander has a more sophisticated, smooth chocolate and cognac base.

  • Brandy Crusta

    Both are brandy-based and have a rich profile, but Brandy Crusta uses citrus and sugar, giving it a tangy edge, while Alexander is smoother and sweeter with chocolate and cream.

  • B-52

    Both are creamy, but B-52 is layered and more spirit-forward, using coffee liqueur, while Alexander focuses on a smooth, dessert-like experience with cognac and cream.

  • Amaretto Sour

    Both are creamy and sweet, but Amaretto Sour is nuttier and tangier with citrus notes, while Alexander is a smooth, dessert cocktail.

  • Tom Collins

    Both are classic cocktails, but Tom Collins is light and refreshing with a gin base and citrus, while Alexander is rich, creamy, and dessert-like with cognac.

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