Classic White Russian
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Classic White Russian

A drink that is a dessert and a nightcap at once. It is made in the glass in about 30 seconds and looks wonderful while the cream swirls down. It is a drink for after the plates are cleared.

2 drinksYield
EasyDifficulty

What you'll need

  • 4 oz vodka (120 ml)
  • 2 oz coffee liqueur (60 ml)
  • 2 oz heavy cream or half-and-half (60 ml)
  • ice

How to make it

  1. Fill two rocks glasses with ice. Add the vodka and coffee liqueur.

  2. Slowly pour the cream over the back of a spoon.

  3. Stir once, gently.

  4. Glass: Rocks glasses. Garnish: None.

Chef's secrets

Use half-and-half for a lighter version.

Chill the glass for 10 minutes.

Good to know

Make ahead

Not needed.