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It's not super complex but it's interesting enough. I'm generally hesitant about scotch in cocktails because they tend to give off a malty note that sticks in your throat, but in this it really worked well. I think the cream especially helped keep it all together. Gin and scotch is a combination that is kind of underrated honestly.

'Serious' indeed. The combination of Scotch and gin give it a lovely gentle bite.

This, the Bird of Paradise, and the Pink Squirrel inspired me to create something a little less sweet and a shade smokier, which I'm currently calling the Mexican Fox Squirrel: 1 1/4 oz Montelobos Espadin Mezcal, 1/2 oz Tempus Fugit creme de cacao, 1/2 oz Tempus Fugit creme de noyaux, 1 1/2 oz cream (I used Country Crock non-dairy whipping cream, but regular whipping cream is fine, too). Shaken with a ground nutmeg garnish.

No one I have given this cocktail to has been able to identify any of the individual ingredients.... but they all live it!

In my opinion, cognac or gin is more suitable for cream and cacao liqueur than any whisky. 🤷‍♂️

This one ended up suffering a bit by comparison as I had the Bird of Paradise prior, which I liked more. This is still good, the flavors mix well together with the cream, but the tequila in the Bird of Paradise just hit better plus the added nuttiness.

Such a versatile and delicious drink... perfect for almost every occasion.

Back in the late '70s I was enthralled by a couple of creamy cocktails, Mrs. Bailey's Bush (50/50 on the rocks) and a Dirty Mother (tequila, Kahlúa and cream). Barbary Coast reminds me how good those were yet how much more subtle and sophisticated they could have been. Exceptional drink.

Christmas Eve afternoon sipping one. A much better, more elegant and sophisticated , less sweet alternative to the ubiquitous Baileys.

Fresh nice cocktail. I will go for a fairly short shake to avoid too much dilution.

Perfect evening cocktail. Was not as sweet as I was expecting which is a big plus. Loved the layering of flavours. Definitely agree that the nutmeg is must.

I was a bit dubious about gin, cream and chocolate in one drink- but this is really good! Fresh nutmeg on top is a must.

A rich, creamy drink with layered flavors and a delightful bite.

Like eggnog's cooler, lighter cousin. The interplay of the gin with the other ingredients makes this cream drink eminently sippable and not at all desserty.