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White Russian

How to make the iconic White Russian from The Big Lebowski movie. Don't forget to check out my step by step photos, tips and variations above!

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 521 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 oz vodka
  • 2 oz Kahlua or coffee liqueur
  • 2 oz cream

Instructions

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  1. Fill a lowball glass with ice then add the vodka and Kahula.
  2. Stir together then top with cream. You can carefully pour it over the ice or on the back of a spoon.
  3. Gently mix before serving.

Notes

  • If you want to take this cocktail up a notch why not top it with shavings of chocolate (milk, dark or white).
  • This cocktail is best served in a lowball (short) glass.
  • Make sure to fill the glass with ice, this cocktail is best served chilled!
  • If cream is too heavy for you you can replace it with half and half or milk if you prefer (also see my dairy free alternative below).
  • To avoid the cream mixing completely into the cocktail pour it into the glass on the back of a spoon so it sits just on the top.
  • Stir the cocktail very gently after adding the cream you want to see the iconic black and white layers.
  • Looking for variations? why not try swapping the vodka for whiskey or tequila. Some recipes also like to replace the cream with a scoop of ice cream which is a fun alternative to try as an after-dinner cocktail.

Nutrition Information

Calories 521kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 28g (9%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 13g (65%) Cholesterol 78mg (26%) Sodium 27mg (1%) Potassium 43mg (1%) Sugar 27g (54%) Vitamin A 833IU (17%) Calcium 37mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 521

% Daily Value*

Calories 521kcal 26%
Carbohydrates 28g 9%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 21g 32%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Cholesterol 78mg 26%
Sodium 27mg 1%
Potassium 43mg 1%
Sugar 27g 54%
Vitamin A 833IU 17%
Calcium 37mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.