Gin Based Alexander
The original Alexander formula — gin shaken with white creme de cacao and light cream under a grating of nutmeg. Botanical lift keeps the creamy chocolate from cloying.
17% ABVMediumCocktails
Easy
Difficulty
4 min
Time
210 Cal
Calories
Flavor profile
Gin
Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Crème de Cacao1 oz
- Nutmeg
- Cream1 oz
- Gin1 oz
Ingredient substitutions
No exact bottle on the shelf? These swaps keep Gin Based Alexander close to the original.
Instead of Crème de Cacao
- Chocolate Liqueur— richer chocolate
Instead of Cream
- Half-and-Half— lighter
- Heavy Cream— richer
Instead of Gin
- Old Tom Gin— slightly softer and sweeter
- Vodka— cleaner, less botanical
Instructions
Shake all ingredients (except nutmeg) with ice and strain contents into a cocktail glass.
Sprinkle nutmeg on top and serve.
Pairs well with
Botanical gin under chocolate cream invites crisp, nutty sweets:
- Pistachio biscotti
- Chocolate-covered espresso beans
- Lavender shortbread
- Candied walnuts
Similar taste
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