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White Russian
A Black Russian softened with a cool layer of cream.
- Base spirit
- Vodka
- Origin
- USA
- Period
- 1960s
Ingredients
IBA official specification
- Vodka50 ml
- Coffee liqueur20 ml
- Fresh cream30 ml
- Glass
- Old fashioned glass
- Ice
- Ice cubes
- Garnish
- None
- Technique
- Built
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Prep time
- 2 min
Method
- 01
Fill an old fashioned glass with ice.
- 02
Pour all ingredients into the glass.
- 03
Stir gently for 10–15 seconds.
- 04
Float the cream on top and serve.
Tasting Notes
Sweetness
Acidity
Bitterness
Body
- Aroma
- Coffee, cream, vanilla
- Finish
- Smooth and rich
- Character
- Creamy coffee classic
Tasting scores are MIXY editorial assessments.
History & Background
Appeared in the 1960s as a creamy Black Russian; revived by 'The Big Lebowski' (1998).
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