White Russian
Instructions
Tip
If you have a shaker, it is a good idea to shake the cocktail with ice so it can be served ice-cold.
Tip
Make ice cubes of cream to add to the cocktail. This will keep it cold for longer without watering it down, thereby changing the flavour and texture.
Questions about White Russian
White Russian is a popular and easy cocktail to make. In this section, we answer some frequently asked questions about it, so keep reading if you want to know a little more than just how to make a White Russian.
Ingredients
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Ice cubes, optionally crushed
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8 - 12 |
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Cold vodka
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300 ml |
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Cold coffee, for example, Kahlúa
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300 ml |
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Cold milk
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300 ml |
Shake up an ice-cold White Russian
Vodka, coffee liqueur, and milk. That is all you need to make a delicious and satisfying White Russian. Pour the ingredients over ice cubes or shake with crushed ice, and your guests will soon consider you their personal bartender.
The creamy cocktail has a slightly sweet flavour with a hint of coffee. The texture is smooth and luxurious, making it a popular choice for those who like dessert-like drinks.
Serve as a drinkable dessert or an after-dinner cocktail
A White Russian is a creamy and round cocktail, thanks to the milk and the coffee liqueur. Therefore, it can easily be served as a dessert after dinner. It is creamy, cold, and sweet – everything you will want after a savoury meal.
Obviously, we will not stop you if you want to serve it as a side to an edible dessert. If you like a fresh serving with a sweet, rich drink, you can opt for a refreshing rhubarb cake. If you want to keep the theme classic, serve your White Russian with a sweet Victoria Sponge or a refreshing lemon drizzle cake.
You can also save the cocktail for later in the evening when you have enjoyed both the main course and the dessert. A cooling, bold after-dinner cocktail to enjoy in a cosy lounge chair or on the couch.
Make different variations
If you want a richer cocktail, you can replace some or all of the milk with cream. This will make the cocktail even creamier. Try making it half-and-haft to see how it changes the texture, making the cocktail more dense and slightly sweeter. If you like that, you can adjust the ratio further or simply go all-in on the cream version.
You can also experiment with different coffee liqueurs. The role of the coffee liqueur is to provide a sweet element as well as bitterness from the distinct coffee flavour. A popular choice is Kahlúa, but there are various options to choose from.
