Taste profile
Balanced, light, soft, and smooth.
VodkaMediumHighball glass
Cocktail guide
Irish Russian
Irish Russian combines Vodka, Kahlua, Coca-Cola, Guinness Stout in a beer served in a highball glass. It is a strong fit for house party and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.
Best for
Best for house party.
Quick fact
Irish Russian is usually served as a beer in a highball glass, and its identity is shaped by Vodka, Kahlua, Coca-Cola.
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Ingredients
Everything in the glass.
How to make it
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Language:
- 1Add the ingredients in the order listed in the recipe.
- 2Care must be taken when adding the Guinness to prevent an excess of foam.
- 3Do Not add ice.
Method
Mixed
Finish
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Taste map
Strength
Balanced
Sweetness
Light
Sourness
Soft
Bitterness
Smooth
Read: Irish Russian is a medium alcoholic cocktail for house party with Vodka, Kahlua, Coca-Cola.
Texture and serve cues
-Has citrus
-Has bubbles
-Creamy texture
-Frozen style
Glassware
Highball glass
Method
Mixed
More to know before you make it
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Flavor & pairing
Expect a balanced profile with support from Vodka, Kahlua, Coca-Cola. Easy to serve with snacks, small plates, and casual sharing food.
Serving & context
Serve in a highball glass and aim for a medium prep that still feels polished in the glass. Irish Russian sits comfortably in the vodka cocktail tradition, with an approachable style for home bartenders.
Background
Why this cocktail keeps showing up.
Irish Russian is usually served as a beer in a highball glass, and its identity is shaped by Vodka, Kahlua, Coca-Cola.
Reference cards
Base spirit
Vodka
Category
Beer
Alcohol
Alcoholic
Glass
Highball glass
Method
Mixed
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