Alexander’s Sister

Name: Alexander’s Sister
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: London dry gin — 45 ml; Crème de Menthe green — 15 ml; Single cream/half-and-half — 25 ml; Sugar syrup — 5 ml; Egg white (pasteurised) — 10 ml

A creamy and sweet gin cocktail ∙ Double shake ∙ 5 min ∙ 20.8%

Ingredients

~203 kcal per serving

Servings

London dry gin45 ml
Crème de Menthe green15 ml
Single cream/half-and-half25 ml
Sugar syrup5 ml
Egg white (pasteurised)10 ml

Garnish

Grated nutmeg

Instructions for 1 serving

Pre-chill a glass
Shake all ingredients with ice: London dry gin 45 mlCrème de Menthe green 15 mlSingle cream/half-and-half 25 mlSugar syrup 5 mlEgg white 10 ml
Strain back into the shaker
Dry shake (without ice)
Fine strain into the chilled glass
Garnish with grated nutmeg

History

Alexander’s Sister is a vintage cocktail from the 1930 Savoy Cocktail Book, offering a creamy and minty twist on the classic Alexander. Its harmonious green hue and smooth texture make it particularly appealing to those who enjoy rich yet refreshing drinks. Known for its velvety mouthfeel, this cocktail fits elegant evenings or dessert occasions. The finish is gently sweet with a cooling herbal brightness.