There’s something special about recipes that have stood the test of
time, let alone Prohibition. Well, here’s another vintage offering for
you, this time of the dessert variety. For some reason, the Brandy
Alexander never receives the love that it truly deserves. Now, I was inspired to dust off the old bottle of crème de cacao and get to work. And trust me . . . I’m so
happy that I did. This cocktail is delicately sweet and creamy, beyond
simple, and instantly my new nightcap for the upcoming holiday season.
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Ingredients:
- 1 oz cognac
- 1 oz dark crème de cacao
- 1 oz half and half
- freshly grated nutmeg for garnish
This is a very simple cocktail, and the
quality of the ingredients you choose will be noticeable. If possible,
try using a nice cognac over a bottom-shelf brandy. Also, if you prefer
an even sweeter, creamier drink, try using cream instead of half and
half.
Add equal parts of cognac, dark crème de cacao, and half and half to your shaker.
Add ice and shake for 30 seconds so the drink becomes cold and frothy.
Double strain through a fine mesh strainer to remove any ice shards.
Garnish with a sprinkle of freshly grated nutmeg.
And you’re done!
The perfect after-dinner treat to fit the season.
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