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White Russian Cocktail
One of the best-known cocktails of the modern era, the White Russian, consists of vodka and coffee liqueur served on the rocks, sipped over a silky layer...
Jennie Fossland
7th March at 00:28
I make a White Cuban (with dark rum, Kahlua and half&half) whenever I feel a sore throat coming on. Almost inevitably, there is no trace of a sore throat the next day! (Just hoping to balance the youthful nostalgia with an old lady's perspective!) Looking forward to trying the Galliano Espresso Liqueur.
1st March at 01:07
Probably the first cocktail I ever had and a favorite of mine in my younger days. First time making it per the original recipe with a cream floater instead of mixed with milk. Nice and velvety, though I think I still prefer my standby of putting some milk in a glass and varying amounts of vodka and coffee liqueur until sufficiently nostalgic.
14th August 2024 at 06:51
Wouldn't the "flat white Martini" mentioned properly be an espresso martini variant rather than a white russian? I feel like an actual shot of espresso puts it in e.m. territory immediately even before you consider it's served Up and doesn't even contain a coffee liqueur
14th August 2024 at 07:04
To clarify, feel that it's possible to swap out the "sweetening agent" in an espresso martini and still keep the integrity of the drink basically intact but as a white russian is just a black russian variant, and a black russian is vodka+coffee liqueur by definition, seems to me it's possible to lose the kahlua in an espresso martini but not really in any kind of "... russian"
22nd July 2024 at 22:24
a bit too dry with mr black, but that's a good thing, you can use cheaper liqueurs.
8th March 2024 at 14:52
Split the base between vodka and gin. I used Bombay Sapphire but I think any modern gin would work well. That variation added a wonderful sparkle and richness to the flavor of this classic cocktail.
30th March 2024 at 20:46
Thanks for The tip. Tried it when i just had 3cl Vodka left. Worked very good! The nutmeg on top is a Nice touch 👍
5th March 2024 at 22:38
Nothing takes you back to being 18 and in a nightclub for the first time more than this. Love it and hate it at the same time. Bit of grated nutmeg on top makes it top notch.
4th January 2024 at 23:40
White Russians, and White Cubans are perfect for when you want to feel decadent without too much effort! One fun variation is one part each vodka, white rum, Kahlua and amaretto, with your preferred amount of cream, I usually use 2-3 parts. The almond flavour adds another enjoyable note.
8th April 2023 at 16:42
We have a new variation for 2023 from the US. The Indictment Cocktail. All the same White Russian ingredients but with a thin orange skin garnish, as well as some bling bling gold leaf to class it up!
21st January 2023 at 17:23
The written instructions say 'stir' but the video says 'shake'?
22nd January 2023 at 10:55
It's an old video which I'll delete ahead of replacing it. Better stirred rather than shaken.
10th January 2021 at 01:39
I was 18 when The Big Lebowski came out... so this instantly became one of my favourite drinks. Also love how “The Dude” sometimes refers to it as a “Caucasian”
6th November 2020 at 21:06
Is this recipe using straight single cream that is then lightly whipped ? to make it airier?
7th November 2020 at 20:27
I use Arla Lacto Free cream and shake the container before pouring to aerate. Importantly, this cocktail doesn't work with a dry coffee liqueur. The sugar not only amplifies flavours but it also adds density that helps the lighter cream float. Consider adding sugar syrup if using a dry coffee liqueur.
23rd October 2020 at 14:21
I like sprinkling some grated nutmeg on top, or put two or three coffee beans. A slight sprinkle of cocoa is nice, too. And I enjoy it with a straw so i can play with the two layers in the glass. Great cocktail, but your stomach will feel pretty full after one glass!
1st July 2020 at 12:13
Do you think Black Cow Vodka would make a good white Russian considering it is made from milk? I might try it tonight...
1st July 2020 at 13:07
Does seem fitting!