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Alexander

Flavour Chocolate
Units 1.3
Standard drinks 1.0

The Alexander is said to be named after Czar Alexander II of Russia.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 shot Gin or Brandy
  • 1/2 shot Heavy cream (or half-and-half)
  • 1/2 shot White creme de cacao

Garnishes

  • Nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Combine ingredients over ice
  2. Shake and strain into glass
  3. Sprinkle nutmeg on top

Notes

  • Do not attempt to combine the Gin and Brandy Alexander into a single drink.
  • This drink is an ancestor of a popular modern drink: the White Russian.
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