Alexander – IBA

Name: Alexander – IBA
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Cognac — 30 ml; Brown crème de cacao — 30 ml; Single cream/half-and-half — 30 ml

A sweet and creamy cocktail ∙ Shake ∙ 3 min ∙ 17.2%

Ingredients

~198 kcal per serving

Servings

Cognac30 ml
Brown crème de cacao30 ml
Single cream/half-and-half30 ml

Garnish

Grated nutmeg

Instructions for 1 serving

Pre-chill a glass
Shake all ingredients with ice: Cognac 30 mlBrown crème de cacao 30 mlSingle cream/half-and-half 30 ml
Strain into the chilled cocktail glass
Garnish with freshly grated nutmeg

History

Alexander is a creamy, elegant cocktail dating back to the early 20th century. Known for its delicate balance of gin, crème de cacao, and cream, this classic offers a smooth, dessert-like experience beloved for decades. Its popularity peaked during Prohibition as a way to mask rough homemade spirits, making it a historic classic with lasting appeal.