Though more frequently made with brandy, one can make an Alexander with gin. Concocted sometime before 1917, this drink
has some history. Of the two, gin or brandy, I personally prefer gin. I also substitute half-and-half for the cream mostly. It is a perfect holiday drink pretty much everyone will enjoy. However you make your Alexander I'm sure it will be great.
Music for making:
The Christmas Song by Mel Torme and Judy Garland
Ingredients
2 oz London dry gin
1 oz white creme de cacao
1 oz half-and-half (or cream if you prefer)
Freshly grated nutmeg for garnish
Shake all wet ingredients with ice and strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with nutmeg.
