A Brandy Flip is a classic cocktail that combines brandy, a whole egg, powdered sugar, and optional cream into a silky, nutrient-rich drink. The egg creates a luxurious texture and natural foam that defines this vintage-style cocktail.
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Shake with ice and strain into flip glass.
Sprinkle a little nutmeg on top.
cocktail shaker · jigger · coupe or cocktail glass · bar strainer
Yes, if using fresh eggs from a reliable source. For extra reassurance, use pasteurized eggs, which are safe to consume raw.
Shake vigorously with ice for 10–15 seconds. The egg white emulsifies and creates natural foam; strain into a glass without ice.
You can, but the egg is essential to the drink's signature creamy texture and frothy top. Without it, you'll lose the defining characteristic.
A Brandy Flip is a single-serve cocktail shaken fresh with one egg; eggnog is a batch drink made with multiple eggs, cream, and milk, aged or chilled.
