Creamy White Russian
The White Russian is a classic cocktail that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. It is made with vodka, coffee liqueur, and cream. This recipe uses almond milk and coconut cream to make a dairy-free version that is just as delicious as the original. The espresso adds a nice depth of flavor and the maple syrup adds a touch of sweetness.
The White Russian is a cocktail that was created in the 1940s at the Black Forest Inn in Brussels, Belgium. It was originally made with vodka, coffee liqueur, and cream. The name "White Russian" is thought to have come from the fact that the cocktail is made with vodka, which is a Russian spirit, and cream, which is white. The White Russian became popular in the United States in the 1960s and 1970s, thanks in part to the popularity of the movie "The Big Lebowski", in which the main character, The Dude, is often seen drinking White Russians.
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Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1 ½ cup almond milk
  • ¼ cup coconut cream
  • ¼ cup espresso, chilled
  • 2 tablespoons vodka
  • 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
Instructions
  1. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine all ingredients.
  2. Shake vigorously for 10 seconds.
  3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
  4. Garnish with a coffee bean, if desired.
Why It Works
  • The almond milk and coconut cream give the cocktail a rich and creamy texture.
  • The espresso adds a nice depth of flavor.
  • The maple syrup adds a touch of sweetness.
  • The salt helps to balance out the sweetness of the maple syrup.