Alexander

Equal measures of Cognac, chocolate liqueur and cream make a small, rich cocktail. Shake firmly with ice to combine the dairy and spirits, then finish with a very light dusting of nutmeg.

Alexander served in a coupe glass with a small pinch of freshly grated nutmeg against a black background.

Active preparation: 4 minutes

Ingredients

  • 30 ml Cognac
  • 30 ml Brown crème de cacao
  • 30 ml Pasteurized heavy cream
  • 1 pinch Ground nutmeg, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Chill a coupe glass and measure the ingredients.
  2. Add the non-carbonated liquid ingredients to a shaker.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice, seal, and shake briskly for about 10–12 seconds.
  4. Strain into the chilled coupe glass.
  5. Finish with a small pinch of ground nutmeg and serve promptly.