This creamy alternative to eggnog gets an extra dose of richness from crème de cacao.

Ingredients

　　2 tablespoons brandy

　　2 tablespoons crème de cacao

　　2 tablespoons heavy cream

　　Freshly grated nutmeg to taste

　　In a cocktail shaker combine the brandy, the crème de cacao, the cream, and 1 cup ice cubes, shake the mixture well, and strain it into a stemmed cocktail glass. Sprinkle the Brandy Alexander with the nutmeg.