Panama

Panama Cocktail is a sweet Cognac-based cocktail popular during the early 20th century. It is sometimes confused with a drink called a “Brandy Alexander”. The difference is that the Panama is made with light creme de cacao and the Brandy Alexander is made with dark creme de cacao.

Panama Cocktail: This drink became extremely popular in the early 20th century when everything Panama became trendy upon the completion of the Canal (it is required you drink this cocktail while wearing a Panama hat). The cognac based drink mixes white creme de cacao (a clear, chocolate flavored liqueur) with equal parts brandy and/or cognac and heavy cream served over ice. You’ll practically feel like Teddy Roosevelt touring the canal with this drink that packs a punch.

Recipe

Shake well with cracked ice and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.