Brandy Alexander is a sweet, brandy-based cocktail that became popular during the early 20th century.

It was supposedly created at the time of the wedding of Mary, Princess Royal and Countess of Harewood and Viscount Lascelles, in London, in 1922 (Source: Classic Cocktail Club, Milan, Italy)

The Brandy Alexander is based on an earlier, gin-based cocktail called simply an “Alexander”.

Ingredients:

• 2cl (0.68 fluid onces) (one part) Cognac
• 2cl (0.68 fluid onces) (one part) brown Crème de cacao
• 2cl (0.68 fluid onces) (one part) Half-and-half or Fresh cream

Preparation:

Shake together in a mixer half filled with ice cubes. Strain into glass and garnish with nutmeg.