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Brandy Flip

Name: Brandy Flip Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Whole Egg; 1 tsp Powdered Sugar; 1 1/2 oz Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy; 2 tsp Light Cream (if desired)

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.

🏷️Equipment: flip glass

Total

5 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$11–$18

Recipe Source

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From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Mr. Boston Official Bartender's Guide 50th Anniversary Edition

Ingredients

1 Whole Egg
1 tsp Powdered Sugar

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1 1/2 oz Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy

2 tsp Light Cream (if desired)

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Instructions

1
Shake with ice and strain into flip glass.
2
Sprinkle a little nutmeg on top.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Shake hard for 10–15 seconds to fully emulsify the egg and create a creamy foam; this is essential to the texture.
Use a fresh, high-quality egg from a trusted source; the drink is only as good as your ingredient safety.
Strain into a chilled coupe or cocktail glass without ice to preserve the foam and silky mouthfeel.
Dust the foam top with nutmeg or cinnamon if desired for a classic presentation and subtle spice note.

Substitutions

Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy → any VSOP or VS cognac or brandy (flavor will shift slightly; choose similar proof)
Light Cream → heavy cream (richer, thicker) or whole milk (lighter, less rich)
Powdered Sugar → simple syrup, 1 tsp (easier to combine; adjust to taste)

Equipment

cocktail shaker · jigger · coupe or cocktail glass · bar strainer

Common Questions

Is it safe to drink a cocktail with a raw egg?

Yes, if using fresh eggs from a reliable source. For extra reassurance, use pasteurized eggs, which are safe to consume raw.

How do you make the foam on a Brandy Flip?

Shake vigorously with ice for 10–15 seconds. The egg white emulsifies and creates natural foam; strain into a glass without ice.

Can you skip the egg in a Brandy Flip?

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.

What's the difference between a Brandy Flip and an Eggnog?

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.