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BBC

Difford’s Guide
Discerning Drinkers (47)
Measurements in:
Serves:
1
Ingredients
1 fl oz Cognac (brandy)
1 fl oz Bénédictine D.O.M. liqueur
1 fl oz Whipping cream

How to make

Glass

Photographed in an Urban Bar Verdot Martini 21cl

Prepare

  1. Select and pre-chill a COUPE GLASS.
  2. Prepare garnish of grated nutmeg.

Method

  1. SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
  2. FINE STRAIN into chilled glass.

Garnish

  1. Dust with freshly grated nutmeg.

Flavour Profile

No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Strength 6/10
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Sweet to sour 6/10

Health & Nutrition

Nutrition:

One serving of BBC contains 223 calories

Alcohol content:

  • 1.4 standard drinks
  • 19.61% alc./vol. (39.22° proof)
  • 18.9 grams of pure alcohol

Allergens:

Recipe contains the following allergens:

  • Whipping cream — Dairy
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History

Thought to have originated in the UK in the late 1970s and named, not after the British Broadcasting Company, but its ingredients: Brandy, Bénédictine and Cream.

Review

Brandy and Bénédictine (a classic combo) smoothed with cream. Drier than you might expect.

Variations/similar cocktails

There is another very different cocktail named BBC by Marian Beke.

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Comments & Discussion

Caitlin Eisner Premium Member
Better when the nutmeg is shaken with the other ingredients and not as a garnish -- still looks nice but the nutmeg can't be inhaled by mistake (if you're serving an idiot like me, this is especially important). Otherwise, this is a perfect dessert cocktail; Benedictine and cream make everything better.
score: 1
Dave D. Premium Member
I haven’t made this yet but will. I have Benedictine in my cabinet but not B & B ……would it be as effective to use this and just add cream? Curious before I go buy B&B..thanks friends!
score: 1
Simon Difford Verified User Premium Member
Best to use Bénédictine D.O.M. (Bénédictine B&B is a blend of 60% Bénédictine D.O.M. and 40% brandy, so if you use this, then you'll need to adjust the recipe).
score: 1
Paloma Rien
Deliciously balanced, and my favorite way to enjoy Benedictine. I prefer my drink with a single ice cube, which takes the booziness back just a touch. Don’t skip the nutmeg finish :)
score: 1
Anne Cunningham
Made this with Paul Beau VSOP, one of my favourite VSOP cognacs. A beautifully balanced and warming nightcap. Cognac and Benedictine really are a marriage made in heaven, and the cream means it’s silky smooth. An unctuous treat.
score: 2
John Hinojos Premium Member
This has all the benefits of Eggnog without the eggy taste. Great for an after dinner drink. Will definitely be in my rotation.
score: 4
Per Lennart
The photo was correct a few months back, but somehow was replaced by a different drink.
score: 1
Simon Difford Verified User Premium Member
We have two cocktails named BBC on our database which has led to ongoing confusion. Hopefully images will be fixed soon (please Dan). I have tweaked the name of the other BBC and also added links between the two recipes to try and alleviate future confusion.
score: 0
Patrick Moore
Please check your photo for this drink. What is shown is the BBC Cocktail. Both are fine drinks, but quite different.
score: 1
Simon Difford Verified User Premium Member
Many thanks for pointing out. I'll fix this ASAP.
score: 1