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The Alexander is a cocktail consisting of cognac, crème de cacao, and cream. It dates from the early 20th century. It dates from the early 20th century. It was originally made with gin, but the modern version is made with brandy and is called a Brandy Alexander .
A Brandy Alexander is a brandy-based dessert cocktail, [1] [2] consisting of cognac, crème de cacao, and cream, that became popular during the early 20th century. [3] It is a variation of an earlier, gin-based cocktail called simply an Alexander. The cocktail known as Alexander today may contain gin or brandy. [4]
It’s excellent on its own and makes a terrific base for cocktails, too. Hardy Legend 1863 ($70) This fascinating expression brings together Cognacs up to 12 years old, aged in deeply charred oak ...
The martini is a well-known cocktail. Alexander Made with cognac, cocoa liqueur (crème de cacao), and cream. [2] Americano Made with Campari, sweet vermouth, and for the sparkling version, club soda and garnished with a slice of lemon. [3] Angel face Made with gin, apricot brandy and calvados in equal amounts. [4] Aviation
Making a Brandy Alexander couldn’t be easier, either: Just add equal parts of brandy, dark crème de cacao, and heavy cream for a sophisticated and luxurious post-dinner cocktail. Think of it as ...
Alexander I (Russian: Александр I Павлович, romanized: Aleksandr I Pavlovich, IPA: [ɐlʲɪkˈsandr ˈpavləvʲɪtɕ]; 23 December [O.S. 12 December] 1777 – 1 December [O.S. 19 November] 1825), [a] [2] nicknamed "the Blessed", [b] was Emperor of Russia from 1801, the first king of Congress Poland from 1815, and the grand duke of Finland from 1809 to his death in 1825.
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The Three Emperors Dinner was prepared by chef Adolphe Dugléré at the request of King William I of Prussia who frequented the cafe during the Exposition Universelle.He requested a meal to be remembered and at which no expense was to be spared for himself and his guests, Tsar Alexander II of Russia, plus his son the Tsarevitch (who later became Tsar Alexander III), and Otto von Bismarck.