BBC
Shake ∙ 3 min ∙ 19% ABV ∙
The BBC is a shaken equal-parts cocktail of cognac, Bénédictine, and cream, served up in a coupe and topped with grated nutmeg.
Ingredients
1
Servings
Garnish
Instructions for 1 serving
- Pre-chill a glass
- Shake all ingredients with ice: Cognac 30 mlBénédictine D.O.M. liqueur 30 mlSingle cream/half-and-half 30 ml
- Fine strain into the chilled glass
- Garnish with grated nutmeg
Tips
- Cream needs a long, hard shake to turn light and frothy, so give it a full 15-18 seconds with plenty of ice.
- Measure the 30 ml each of cognac, Bénédictine and cream rather than eyeballing; equal parts keep any one flavor from taking over.
History
The BBC is a cream-based dessert cocktail. Its name is not a nod to the British Broadcasting Corporation but a simple abbreviation of its three components: Brandy, Bénédictine, and Cream.
FAQ
What does BBC stand for in a cocktail?
Brandy, Bénédictine, and Cream — the three equal-part ingredients in the drink.
What is a BBC drink made of?
Cognac, Bénédictine D.O.M., and half-and-half in equal parts, shaken and fine-strained into a coupe, then finished with grated nutmeg.
Is a BBC cocktail shaken or stirred?
Shaken, hard, for 15-18 seconds with plenty of ice. Cream needs a long shake to turn light and frothy; stirring would leave it thin and separated.
What glass is a BBC served in?
A coupe glass, served up with no ice, topped with grated nutmeg.
