I personally like this White Russian recipe a lot, it’s fun, creamy, and easy to prepare!
you can prepare it with only 3 ingredients, and you can have it in any season, I’m sure you’ll love it if you haven’t had the chance to try it yet!
Do not wait any longer, prepare it now!
What is White Russian?
Gustave Tops, a Belgian bartender, was credited with creating the Black Russian. In 1949, the story goes that Tops created the Black Russian, in the bar of the Hotel Metropole in Brussels to honor Perle Mesta, then the US ambassador to Luxembourg. Sometime in the 1950s, when sweet and dairy drinks were at their peak, the cream was added, and the White Russian was born.
This recipe is so simple that we will only need 3 ingredients: Vodka, Coffee Liqueur (Kahlua), Heavy Cream
So simple and practical!
Ingredients For White Russian
- Vodka
- Coffee Liqueur (Kahlua)
- Heavy Cream
- Coffee Beans and cinnamon powder optional for garnish
(Scroll below to the printable recipe card for details and measurements.)
How to Make White Russian?
1.-In a short glass with ice add Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, and Heavy Cream
2.-Stir gently and garnish with a few coffee beans and cinnamon powder optional and enjoy!
What is The Best Vodka for White Russian?
Vodka guide for your best choice to create this delightful Caramel Martini!
Absolut – It is as pure as vodka can be, having a rich, full-bodied, and complex flavor, it feels smooth and mellow.
Ketel One – Mild aromas of mint, fennel, and hints of licorice, crunchy and refreshing texture. Sweet flavors with citric and smoky notes and subtle hints of white pepper. Memorable silky and vibrant finish.
Belvedere has a soft aroma of vanilla and rye and a creamy taste with a velvety and round finish. Its softness allows it to be served alone, with ice.
Grey Goose – Its softness and unique character characterize it. On the nose, it is clear, fresh, and with an elegant floral aroma accentuated by a subtle note of citrus.
Tito`s – Slightly sweet with a creamy mouthfeel and cracked black pepper spice. Clean minerality with grain character evident and a faint hint of tinned sweet corn.
Cîroc Is made with fine French grapes and a distinctive flavor of the fifth distillation with an exceptionally fresh, smooth, and fruity taste.
Ultimately, if you have your favorite vodka brand, it’s your choice!
Variation of a White Russian
White Russian is a twist on the original recipe of the Black Russian, which is only Vodka and Kahlua, but we have many options to prepare them with different distillates, and liqueurs!
Try these other recipes: Frozen Mudslide, Caramel Martini, and Chocolate Martini.
These are some variations, be creative!
Vanilla- Add vanilla essence to give it a better flavor.
Ice Cream – Add a big scoop of flavored ice cream like coffee, vanilla, or caramel.
Baileys- Add 1 ounce of Irish cream to enhance its flavor!
Frozen – Make it frozen by preparing it in a blender, this will be like a slushy!
Spirits – We can even change the distillate and give it a different flavor: Dark Rum, Brandy, Whiskey, Bourbon, Vanilla flavored Vodka, or Dark Rum.
Mocktail – Turn it into a mocktail by removing the alcohol!
When to serve White Russian?
White Russian It is a creamy and delicious cocktail that everyone will love!
Here are some options to prepare it!
Try it as a:
- Pool party
- Reading your favorite book
- Watching a Movie
- Playing cards
- Happy hour drink
- Reading a book
- Working at home
- Before Dinner
- After Dinner
Notes:
Put the glasses in the freezer for 15 minutes when you start preparing the cocktail, so you will enjoy it colder for longer!
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White Russian
I personally like this White Russian recipe a lot, it's fun, creamy, and easy to prepare!
you can prepare it with only 3 ingredients, and you can have it in any season, I'm sure you'll love it if you haven't had the chance to try it yet!
Do not wait any longer, prepare it now!
Ingredients
- 2-ounce Vodka
- 1-ounce coffee liqueur like Kahlua
- 1-ounce Heavy cream
- 2-3 coffee beans for garnish optional
Instructions
- In a short glass with ice add Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, and Heavy Cream.
- Stir gently and garnish with a few coffee beans and cinnamon powder and enjoy!
Notes
Put the glasses in the freezer for 15 minutes when you start preparing the cocktail, so you will enjoy it colder for longer!
Nutrition Information
Yield
1Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 583Total Fat 12gSaturated Fat 7gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 4gCholesterol 34mgSodium 897mgCarbohydrates 66gFiber 10gSugar 32gProtein 14g
Nutrition information isn´t always accurate!
