White Russian
The White Russian is a coffee-flavoured creamy cocktail made with Vodka, Kahlúa and Cream. It is built and served in an old-fashioned glass, about 23% ABV before ice melts.
- Method
- Built
- Glass
- Old-fashioned glass
- Served
- On Rocks
- Strength
- About 23% ABV before ice melts
- Family
- Dessert & Creamy
- Flavour
- Coffee
- Listed in
- Difford's Guide Hall of Fame
How to make it
- Build vodka and Kahlua over ice.
- Float cream on top or stir in.
Tip: Fill the glass right to the top with ice so the drink stays cold without watering down fast.
About the White Russian
Made famous by The Big Lebowski as The Dudes drink of choice.
Missing something?
- No Vodka? Use Citrus Vodka (Adds a lemon note)
- No Cream? Use Coconut Cream (Dairy-free; adds coconut)
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