Alexander's Sister Cocktail is a creamy gin-based drink combining dry gin, green crème de menthe, and light cream into a smooth, mint-forward sipper traditionally served as an after-dinner drink.
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Shake with ice and strain into cocktail glass.
Sprinkle nutmeg on top.
cocktail shaker · jigger · strainer · coupe or cocktail glass
Yes, you can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk for a lighter version, though the texture will be thinner and less silky.
Shake with ice and strain into a chilled glass to emulsify the cream and chill all ingredients evenly.
Alexander uses crème de cacao (chocolate) while Alexander's Sister uses green crème de menthe (mint) for a lighter, fresher flavor profile.
No, cocktails are best made fresh to order. Mixing cream with alcohol hours in advance can cause separation.
