Cocktail
Brandy Flip
How to make a Brandy Flip - the creamy classic of cognac, whole egg and sugar, finished with freshly grated nutmeg.
5 minPrep time
mediumDifficulty
CoupeGlass
1Serving(s)
The Brandy Flip is a classic egg cocktail that wins over with its creamy texture. Cognac, whole egg and sugar are shaken into a velvety, frothy drink. Dusted with nutmeg, it is the perfect close to a good dinner.
Instructions
- Add cognac, whole egg and sugar syrup to the shaker.
- First shake hard without ice (dry shake).
- Add ice cubes and shake again for about 15 seconds.
- Strain into a pre-chilled coupe.
- Dust with freshly grated nutmeg and serve.
Garnish: Freshly grated nutmeg
Pro tip: A dry shake without ice before the actual shaking creates the flip's signature dense foam crown.
Frequently asked questions
Why a whole egg and not just the yolk?
The whole egg makes the flip especially frothy and creamy - the white provides the foam crown, the yolk the richness.
Which brandy is suitable?
A mild cognac with vanilla and dried-fruit notes pairs wonderfully with the sweetness and the egg.
When do you drink a Brandy Flip?
Classically as a digestif after the meal, as it is creamy and filling - almost a dessert in a glass.
Ingredients
- Cognac (brandy)6 cl
- Whole egg1 piece
- Sugar syrup1.5 cl
- Nutmeg1 pinch
- Ice cubesas needed
