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White Russian

Name: White Russian
Yield: 1 cocktail
Cuisine: Ordinary Drink
Ingredients: 2 oz Vodka; 1 oz Coffee Liqueur; Light Cream

White Russian combines Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, Light Cream in a ordinary drink served in a old-fashioned glass. It is a strong fit for after dinner, date night and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.

Taste profile

Strong, balanced, soft, and smooth.

Best for

Best for after dinner, date night.

Quick fact

A white Russian is a cocktail made with vodka, coffee liqueur and cream served with ice in an old fashioned glass.

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Ingredients

Everything in the glass.

3 total

VodkaVodka - 40% ABV

2 oz

Coffee LiqueurLiqueur - Alcoholic

1 oz

Light Creamingredient - Non-alcoholic

To taste

How to make it

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1Pour vodka and coffee liqueur over ice cubes in an old-fashioned glass.
2Fill with light cream and serve.

Method

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Finish

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Taste map

Strength

Strong

Sweetness

Balanced

Sourness

Soft

Bitterness

Smooth

Read: White Russian is a easy alcoholic cocktail for after dinner with Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, Light Cream.

Texture and serve cues

-Has citrus

-Has bubbles

✓Creamy texture

-Frozen style

Glassware

Old-fashioned glass

Method

Built

More to know before you make it

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Flavor & pairing

Expect a spirit-forward finish with support from Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, Light Cream. Easy to serve with snacks, small plates, and casual sharing food.

Serving & context

Serve in a old-fashioned glass and aim for a easy prep that still feels polished in the glass. White Russian sits comfortably in the vodka cocktail tradition, with an approachable style for home bartenders.

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