
Brandy Flip
A whole egg shaken with brandy, sugar and a splash of cream into a rich, custardy classic dusted with nutmeg. Dessert and nightcap in one glass.
19.5% ABVMediumCocktails
Medium
Difficulty
5 min
Time
260 Cal
Calories
1
Serving
Flavor profile
Brandy
Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Brandy· not in your bar2 oz
Or swap: Apple Brandy — adds orchard fruit, Cognac — smoother, more refined
- Cream· not in your bar½ oz
Or swap: Half-and-Half — lighter, Heavy Cream — richer
- Egg· not in your bar1 whole
- Sugar· not in your bar1 tsp superfine
Or swap: Honey — floral sweetness, Simple Syrup — dissolves instantly
- Nutmeg· not in your bar1/8 tsp grated
Instructions
In a shaker half-filled with ice cubes, combine the brandy, egg, sugar, and cream.
Shake well.
Strain into a sour glass and garnish with the nutmeg.
Pairs well with
Egg-rich and nutmeg-dusted, this velvety classic drinks like custard — pair it like dessert:
- Snickerdoodle cookies
- Candied pecans
- Eggnog fudge squares
- Gingerbread thins




