White Russian
The White Russian is a very strong vodka cocktail, sweet and creamy on the palate. Built and served in a rocks glass.
- 2 min
- Rocks glass
- Built
Flavor profile
- Sweet
- 66 out of 100
- Bitter
- 32 out of 100
- Creamy
- 47 out of 100
- Smoky
- 12 out of 100
- Boozy
- 85 out of 100
How to make a White Russian
To make a White Russian, build over ice in a rocks glass: 2 oz vodka, 1 oz Coffee liqueur and light cream.
You'll need
Instructions
- 1
Fill a rocks glass with ice cubes.
- 2
Pour in vodka, coffee liqueur and light cream.
- 3
Stir briefly to mix.
Why build it in the glass? Vodka, coffee liqueur and light cream only need a gentle stir, so there's no shaker to wash.
White Russian questions
What does a White Russian taste like?
Mostly sweet and creamy, with a noticeable alcohol warmth. It's a very strong drink at about 26% ABV once mixed.
How strong is a White Russian?
About 26% ABV after mixing with ice, close to a neat spirit.
What's the difference between a White Russian and a Black Russian?
Both use vodka and Coffee liqueur. The White Russian adds light cream. The Black Russian is the stronger of the two.
What glass do you serve a White Russian in?
A rocks glass.