Baileys White Russian Cocktail
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Baileys White Russian Cocktail
Description
The Baileys White Russian Cocktail is a creamy mixed drink featuring Baileys Irish cream, milk, vodka, and coffee-flavored Kahlua served over ice. The combination creates a mellow, slightly sweet cocktail with a coffee undertone and smooth texture. Making the cocktail involves filling a glass with ice, pouring in the spirits and milk, then gently stirring to blend the flavors without diluting the creaminess. Pouring milk slowly over a spoon can produce a layered visual effect before stirring.
This cocktail suits occasions when you want a sweet yet smooth drink with coffee notes, complementing relaxed social settings or dessert pairings. Using unflavored vodka and substituting strong coffee or espresso for Kahlua are possible variations.
Budget vodka works well here, reserving premium vodka for other uses. For an interesting twist, coffee ice cubes made from leftover coffee can be added to enhance the drink. It's important to drink responsibly due to the sweetness and alcohol content. The cocktail contains approximately 10 Weight Watchers Blue Plan SmartPoints per serving.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ ounces Baileys Irish cream
- 1 ounce milk 30ml
- ½ ounce vodka 30ml
- ½ ounce Kahlua coffee liqueur 30ml
Instructions
- Fill a small rocks glass or coffee cup with ice.
- Add the Baileys, milk, vodka, and Kahlua.
- Stir gently to combine and serve immediately.
Notes
- A budget-friendly vodka is sufficient; save premium vodka for other recipes.
- Strong brewed coffee or espresso can replace the Kahlua for a different coffee flavor.
- Coffee ice cubes can be made from leftover coffee to enhance the cocktail without dilution.
- Pour the milk slowly over the back of a spoon to create layers before stirring in for even flavor.
- Drink responsibly; the cocktail is sweet and contains alcohol.
- This cocktail has about 10 Weight Watchers Blue Plan SmartPoints per serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 238 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 238kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 13mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 37mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.