The original Alexander was made with gin, but I actually prefer this classic cocktail with Armagnac, which gives it a bit more sweetness. This 1940's favorite is perfect for holiday parties, and a terrific use of the dusty bottle of brandy hiding in your liquor cabinet!Alexander II
1 oz of brandy
1 oz of heavy cream
3/4 oz of crème de cacao
Combine brandy, cream and crème de cacao in a cocktail shaker with ice; shake for no more than 10 seconds. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
Notes: Armagnac is a special breed of brandy produced in the region of Armagnac in Gascony, in southwestern France. It has a particular bite that serves this creamy cocktail well.
Photo by Romulo Yanes for Gourmet.
Mmm anything with crème de cacao sounds good to me!
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ReplyDeleteYum! I love classic cocktails. What is it about your blog that makes me want to drink? ;)
ReplyDeletei love this photo - no unnecessary garnishes or add-ins cluttering the glass, just unadulterated bliss!
ReplyDeletethis sounds good. I think a trip to the liquor store is in order. Random fact: I live in a dry city, and I have to drive 20 miles to buy liquor. Boo!
ReplyDeleteoh that sounds great. And what a lovely photo too!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh this sounds heavenly!
ReplyDeletelove this! looks/sounds delicious. your drinks are exceptional, lena!
ReplyDeleteOh Alexander II... I need you!
ReplyDeleteI have yet to taste Alexander. Sounds delicious. Perhaps I will venture down satisfaction lane and make it this weekend. Done and Done.
ReplyDeletethank you for the lovely comment!! i love your blog - consider yourself + 1 follower :)
ReplyDeletenow that looks like a classy drink
ReplyDeletemmmm creamy cocktail :) You had me at gin :) and the picture lol
ReplyDeleteThat looks frothy and delicious! Yum! Happy Friday!
ReplyDeletesounds great, really like the simplicity of the photo as well!
ReplyDeletei love this!!! creamy drinks are the best for the holidays... thanks for sticking around during my MIA days... have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteWow, this sounds wonderfully gluttonous!
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