Bartending/Cocktails/Alexander

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

Related Cocktails

 * This drink is an ancestor of a popular modern drink: the White Russian.

Brandy Alexander