Best White Russian Recipe
Our White Russian Drink Recipe creates a creamy, rich, and decadent cocktail. Make this classic drink that’s easy to stir, serve, and sip.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1 1/4 ounces coffee liqueur such as Kahlúa
- 1 1/4 ounces French vanilla coffee creamer or heavy cream
- Ice for serving
Instructions
- Fill the Glass: Fill a lowball or rocks glass with ice cubes. A full glass gives the drink the perfect chill and helps it stay creamy without getting watered down too quickly.
- Add the Spirits: Pour 2 ounces vodka and 1 1/4 ounces coffee liqueur over the ice. Stir gently to combine the flavors.
- Finish with Cream: Slowly pour 1 1/4 ounces French vanilla coffee creamer (or heavy cream) over the top. It will swirl beautifully into the liqueur mixture.
- Serve: Give it one more gentle stir if you like a fully blended drink, or leave the layers for a dramatic presentation. Enjoy immediately.
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Notes
Cream Options: Heavy cream makes the richest, most classic version. Coffee creamer gives a sweeter twist, especially seasonal flavors like pumpkin spice, sugar cookie, or peppermint mocha.
Strength Adjustment: For a stronger cocktail, increase vodka to 2 1/2 ounces. For a sweeter cocktail, increase creamer to 1 1/2 ounces.
Glassware: A rocks glass or old-fashioned glass is traditional.
Make-Ahead: White Russians are best mixed right before serving. You can pre-measure ingredients into small jars for parties.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 253cal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 3mg | Sugar: 17g | Iron: 1mg