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Shaken · 1 serving

Bourbon Alexander

A rich bourbon Alexander with white cacao, coconut liqueur, cream, and nutmeg.

Short answer

Bourbon Alexander is a shaken cocktail made with bourbon, crème de cacao, coconut liqueur, heavy cream, and nutmeg. The recipe below makes 1 serving, with exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 6 minutes.
Time6 min
MethodShaken
GlassCoupe
LevelMedium
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1 serving

Bourbon Alexander ingredients

These original amounts make 1 serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.

How ml, US oz and parts work
Bourbon Alexander ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Bourbon45 ml4.5 cl1.5 oz3 parts
Crème de cacao20 ml2 cl0.7 oz1.3 parts
Coconut liqueur15 ml1.5 cl0.5 oz1 part
Heavy Cream25 ml2.5 cl0.8 oz1.7 parts
Nutmeg1 pinch———

Garnish: One restrained central dusting of freshly grated nutmeg

Method

How to make Bourbon Alexander

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Pre-chill one clear coupe and ready a fine grater with a small piece of whole nutmeg.

  2. 02

    Measure the bourbon, white creme de cacao, coconut liqueur, and cold whipping cream into a shaker.

  3. 03

    Fill the shaker about three-quarters full with solid cold ice and seal it securely.

  4. 04

    Shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds until the creamy mixture is very cold, lightly aerated, and smooth.

  5. 05

    Fine-strain into the chilled coupe so no ice fragments interrupt the pale surface.

  6. 06

    Grate one restrained dusting of nutmeg at the center and serve without another garnish.

Tasting profile

What does Bourbon Alexander taste like?

The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sweetness (5/5) and strength (4/5).

Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.

Sweetness5 / 5
Sourness0 / 5
Bitterness1 / 5
Strength4 / 5
Freshness1 / 5

Quick answers

Bourbon Alexander questions

What is in a Bourbon Alexander?

Kokto’s build uses bourbon, crème de cacao, coconut liqueur, heavy cream, and nutmeg.

How long does a Bourbon Alexander take to make?

The governed recipe allows about 6 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.

How is a Bourbon Alexander prepared?

It uses a shaken method and is served in a coupe. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.

Is a Bourbon Alexander alcohol-free?

No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.

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Evidence

Sources & editorial note

The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.

  • Cocktail App English editorial catalog B151https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/15603/bourbon-alexander · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
  • Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved

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