Alexander’s Big Brother Cocktail – Gin, Blue Curacao & Cream Elegance

A Blue-Toned Take on a Classic

Alexander’s Big Brother trades brandy for gin and crème de cacao for blue curaçao, transforming a vintage dessert drink into a vibrant showpiece. It’s the Alexander you know—just cooler, bolder, and a bit cheeky.

Background

The Brandy Alexander ruled supper clubs of the early 1900s. This version surfaced as bartenders modernized old-school creamy drinks, replacing the brown spirits with gin and the chocolate notes with citrus to lighten the mood.

What You’ll Need

Ingredients

• Gin – herbal base that gives the cocktail its dry edge.
• Blue Curacao – adds color and orange-citrus sweetness.
• Heavy Cream – rounds everything into a smooth, dessert-like texture.

Equipment Cocktail shaker, strainer, and a chilled cocktail glass.

Why You’ll Love It

Bright, creamy, and eye-catching, Alexander’s Big Brother is the kind of drink that turns heads. It delivers the comforting mouthfeel of an after-dinner treat with the crisp energy of a gin sour.

Substitutions & Variations

• Swap blue curaçao for triple sec plus a drop of blue food coloring if you’re out of the original.
• Use half-and-half for a lighter version.
• Add a dusting of grated nutmeg or orange zest to bridge aroma and flavor.

Helpful Tips

• Chill your glass before pouring to keep the texture silky.
• Shake longer than usual (10–15 seconds) to aerate the cream.
• Try pairing with lemon tarts or shortbread for dessert synergy.