I did a side by side of Brandy, Tequila, and Bourbon Alexanders. I found the Brandy and Bourbon both were good, the Tequila one to me was off. The Brandy slightly wins out for me though I did like the coconut in the Bourbon.

The beginning with creamy bourbon and the end with creamy coconut are both great but there is this transition in the middle where they fight for supremacy and don't quite go together.

Wonderful choice if you want something sweet with a kick. I used Mangaroca Batida de Coco which has a natural creamy coconut flavor and is delicious in this cocktail.

This was outstanding. Perfect for a dessert cocktail or after dinner. Used a toasted coconut rum which is a bit stronger, but less sweet than the liqueur. Coconut adds a subtle flavour, but not overpowering. Like a bourbon flavoured chocolate bar. WOW.

I’m not a coconut fan. Is there a suggested substitution? Or an identical cocktail with another liqueur? I could always do a a coffee flavor or dark cacao.

Exactly as said. Truly delightful. There's a wonderful creaminess and decadence, along with the baking spices of the Bourbon. Beautiful.