BRANDY ALEXANDERS
Brandy Alexander
Combine 2 c. brandy, 2 c. white creme de cacao and 2 c. heavy cream OR half-and-half with 1/2 c. cold water in large pitcher. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours. Dust each serving with nutmeg.
Mocha Alexander
Reduce creme de cacao to 3/4 c. and add 3/4 c. coffee-flavored liqueur. Sprinkle with cocoa powder.
Dreamy Alexander
Reduce creme de cacao to 3/4 c. and add 3/4 c. Cointreau. Slip half an orange slice into the rim of each glass.
Alexander Mint
Opt instead for dark creme de cacao and reduce to 1 c and add 1/2 c. white or green creme de menthe. Garnish with a chocolate covered mint leaf.
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