Name: Rum Alexander
Prep time: 2 min
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1 cocktail
Cuisine: Cocktails
Ingredients: 1 ½ oz dark rum; ¾ oz crème de cacao; ¾ oz cream

The lesser-known rum sibling of the Brandy Alexander — dark rum's molasses depth swaps in beautifully for cognac against the sweet chocolate of crème de cacao and silky heavy cream, finished with a dusting of nutmeg.

shake with ice and strain

cocktail glass

dark rum

crème de cacao

cream

nutmeg

Rum Alexander

Cocktails with a dense, syrupy, or full-bodied texture, often from sugar, amaro, or aged spirits. Rich drinks feel weighty on the palate.

Rich

Cocktails showcasing chocolate, cacao, or crème de cacao. Chocolatey drinks skew dessert-forward and indulgent.

Chocolatey

Cocktails with a rich, velvety mouthfeel from cream, coconut cream, eggs, or dairy liqueurs. Creamy drinks feel indulgent and often serve as dessert.

Creamy

Cocktails evoking the tropics through pineapple, coconut, passion fruit, mango, or guava. Often rum-based and associated with beach, tiki, and vacation styles.

Rum Alexander

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