Brandy Alexander

Step 1: Chill your glass

1. Place your coupe glass in the freezer for 5 minutes, or fill it with ice water while you prepare the drink to ensure it is icy cold.

Step 2: Shake the cocktail

2. Pour the brandy, white crème de cacao, and heavy cream into a cocktail shaker.
3. Fill the shaker completely with ice cubes.
4. Seal the shaker and shake hard and fast for about 12 to 15 seconds. This chills the liquid and whips the cream into a rich, velvety texture.

Step 3: Strain and serve

5. If you chilled your glass with ice water, empty it now.
6. Double strain the mixture through a fine-mesh tea strainer into your chilled coupe glass to remove any small ice shards and maintain a perfectly smooth pour.