Drink of the Day: Coffee Alexander
You all have heard of the classic drinks, the Alexander and the Brandy Alexander. Here’s a spin on these cocktails; one Drink of the Day I’m sure will be appreciated by all your guests as a nice after-dinner treat.
Gin has become a forgotten spirit in many circles, especially with the on-going growth of vodka and all the flavors that are available with this spirit nowadays. However, after imbibing on this delicious treat, you may want to take a closer look as to your liquor of choice. A good gin has many attributes when it comes to flavor and complementing an overall beverage that one should consider this choice on occasion. This drink is a great example on how gin can be a great base to some mixed drinks.
Of course, coffee liqueur plays a major role in the overall flavor of this drink. It rounds out the other ingredients well, giving you a nice and well rounded choice for your early evening quaff.
When I found this cocktail and made it for the first time, I was surprised that this isn’t a more popular. A very rich and unintimidating option that, if you like gin, you will make as one of your go-tos to impress friends while you sit back and digest after a hearty meal. Enjoy your dessert! Cheers!
1 1/2 oz. Gin
3/4 oz. Coffee Liqueur
1/2 oz. Creme de Cacao
1 oz. Light Cream
Method: In a mixing glass filled with ice, pour in all the ingredients to measure. Cap off with a tin and shake well. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
This Day in History:
1851 - US Yacht America outraced the British Aurora to win a trophy that would become known as “America’s Cup”.
1902 - Theodore Roosevelt became the first United States president to ride in an automobile.
1989 - Black Panther co-founder, Huey Newton was shot to death in Oakland, California.
2004 - A version of Edvard Munch’s painting, The Scream, was stolen in Norway.
Notable Birthday:
Fiction writer, Ray Bradbury was born on this date in 1920.
Notable Quote:
“Family is not an important thing. It’s everything.” - Michael J. Fox
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