A gin Alexander? Really?

Last night I went to Drink and asked for an Alexander, which is usually brandy, creme de cacao, cream, and nutmeg. The bartender suggested that instead of brandy I try it with gin. She said that you'd think gin and chocolate don't go together, but they kinda do. Being game, I said, "Sure! Make me one!"

And... She was right!! Gin and chocolate do go together! I think the bite from the gin lightens the drink. Further, if I let the drink rest on my tongue I could get a slight cherry taste with the chocolate. But, maybe that's just me.