Perhaps the most classic of all brandy drinks, the Brandy Alexander makes a perfect transition from after-dinner cocktail to anytime party favorite.
INGREDIENTS:
2 cups ice
3 ounces brandy
4 ounces dark crème de cacao
¼ cup heavy cream, half and half, or milk
Ground nutmeg for garnish
METHOD:
1. Combine all the ingredients in a blender.
2. Cover and pulse on and off until the mixture starts to swirl evenly.
3. Blend on high for 20 seconds, or until the drink is completely smooth.
4. Garnish with a sprinkling of ground nutmeg.
Variations
Apricot Alexander – Omit the brandy. Add 3 ounces apricot brandy before blending.
Banana Alexander – Reduce the crème de cacao to 2 ounces. Add 2 ounces crème de banane before blending.
Blackberry Alexander – Omit the brandy. Add 3 ounces blackberry brandy before blending.
Chocolate Cherry Alexander – Reduce the crème de cacao to 2 ounces. Add 2 ounces cherry liqueur before blending.
Coffee Alexander – Reduce the crème de cacao to 2 ounces. Add 2 ounces coffee liqueur before blending.
Hazelnut Alexander – Reduce the crème de cacao to 2 ounces. Add 2 ounces hazelnut liqueur before blending.
Raspberry Alexander – Reduce the crème de cacao to 2 ounces. Add 2 ounces raspberry liqueur before blending.
