No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Banana Alexander
Measurements in:
Serves:
| 1 1/2 fl oz | Cognac (brandy) |
| 1 fl oz | Giffard Banane du Brésil liqueur |
| 5/6 fl oz | Whipping cream |
How to make
Glassware
Serve in a Coupe glass
Prepare
- Select and pre-chill a COUPE GLASS.
- Prepare garnish of grated nutmeg.
Method
- SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
- FINE STRAIN into chilled glass.
Garnish
- Dust with freshly grated nutmeg.
Flavour Profile
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Health & Nutrition
Nutrition:
One serving of Banana Alexander contains 245 calories
Alcohol content:
- 1.4 standard drinks
- 18.75% alc./vol. (37.5° proof)
- 20.1 grams of pure alcohol
History
Adapted from a recipe created in 2016 by Kaleb Cribb at Holeman & Finch Public House in Atlanta, USA.
Review
Brandy-laced creamy banana. What's not to like?
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