PBSA Bartending Practice Test

The Alexander cocktail is traditionally made with brown creme de cacao, which gives it its distinct chocolate flavor. This ingredient is essential to the cocktail's profile, as it combines with other components to create a rich and creamy beverage. The classic recipe typically features equal parts of brown creme de cacao, gin (or sometimes brandy), and cream, shaken with ice and strained into a chilled glass.

While dark rum, vodka, and amaretto are popular ingredients in various cocktails, they do not belong to the traditional Alexander cocktail. The choice of brown creme de cacao specifically highlights the signature taste that defines this drink, distinguishing it from other cocktails that might incorporate different spirits or liqueurs. The nuance of flavor that brown creme de cacao provides directly contributes to the overall experience of enjoying an Alexander cocktail.