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Alexander

Alexander is an alcoholic cocktail built on Creme De Cacao. It leans spice and botanical. Shaken and served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 11% ABV and roughly 196 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic11% ABV4 ingredients

At a Glance

196 kcalCalories
11%ABV
7.2gSugar
8.8gCarbs
0.55Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderateshaken drink

Why: 4 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

How to Make It

  1. Shake all ingredients with ice and strain contents into a cocktail glass.Shaken
  2. Sprinkle nutmeg on top and serve.Top

How to Serve

Glass
Cocktail Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Shaken
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

SpiceBotanical

Supporting notes

ChocolateCitrusCocoaHerbalJuniper

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
AcidityFlat – Crisp
FruitinessEarthy – Fruity
BoldnessDelicate – Bold
  • Full-bodied
  • Bold and complex

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • DessertSuggested from its chocolate and cream notes, pairing with desserts pairing.
  • After DinnerSuggested from its chocolate and cream notes.
  • Winter / CozySuggested from its chocolate and spice notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Food pairings

DessertsChocolateCoffee Desserts

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-FreeVegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-SugarVegan
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Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Gin1/2 oz

VodkaKnown variation
How much to use
Use the same volume; expect less juniper and botanical aroma.
What changes
Vodka can replace gin when you want a cleaner, less botanical drink, but it usually changes the cocktail identity.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Light Cream2 oz

Half-And-HalfWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Use the same amount.
What changes
Half-and-half can replace light cream when a slightly lighter texture is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Heavy CreamWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use slightly less at first if the drink becomes too heavy.
What changes
Heavy cream can replace light cream when a richer, thicker texture is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

Preference filters use current ingredient, nutrition and diet evidence. They are not medical advice, and this database contract does not store user selections.

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Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

Frequently asked questions

What is an Alexander?
The Alexander is a cocktail made with 4 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 11.0%. A standard serving contains approximately 196 calories.
What does an Alexander taste like?
Alexander has a flavour profile featuring Spice, Botanical, Chocolate, Citrus. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with an Alexander?
Alexander pairs well with Desserts, Chocolate, Coffee Desserts. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is an Alexander?
The Alexander has an ABV of approximately 11.0%. That's approximately 0.55 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 196 kcal, 7.2g sugar, 8.8g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is an Alexander typically served?
Alexander is often suggested for After Dinner, Dessert, Winter / Cozy, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to an Alexander?
If you enjoy Alexander, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make an Alexander at home?
Yes. The Alexander uses 4 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Cocktail Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?
Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Alexander with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.