description Pink Squirrel Overview
The Pink Squirrel is a creamy dessert cocktail traditionally made with crème de noyaux, white crème de cacao, and cream. It is associated with Bryant's Cocktail Lounge in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where the drink is traditionally said to have originated in the 1940s. The combination gives the drink a pink color and sweet almond-like and chocolate flavors, making it a regional specialty for after-dinner drinking.
help Pink Squirrel FAQ
What is in a traditional Pink Squirrel cocktail?
The classic drink uses crème de noyaux, white crème de cacao, and cream. It is a creamy dessert cocktail rather than a simple fruit punch.
Where did the Pink Squirrel cocktail originate?
The drink is traditionally associated with Bryant's Cocktail Lounge in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Its origin is commonly placed in the 1940s.
Why is the Pink Squirrel cocktail pink?
Its color comes mainly from crème de noyaux, the red or pink liqueur used in the traditional recipe. Cream and white crème de cacao give the drink its pale dessert-cocktail appearance.
How is a Pink Squirrel different from a Brandy Alexander?
Both are creamy cocktails that can include crème de cacao, but a Pink Squirrel traditionally uses crème de noyaux. A Brandy Alexander traditionally uses brandy instead.
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