{"id":1439,"date":"2023-07-31T16:06:45","date_gmt":"2023-07-31T16:06:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/?p=1439"},"modified":"2023-07-31T16:06:45","modified_gmt":"2023-07-31T16:06:45","slug":"white-russian-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/cocktails\/vodka-cocktails\/white-russian-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"White Russian Cocktail Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\"> <figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"766\" height=\"484\" src=\"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/White-Russian-101-How-to-Make-the-Perfect-Vodka-Cocktail.jpg\" alt=\"White Russian 101: How to Make the Perfect Vodka Cocktail\" class=\"wp-image-1443\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/White-Russian-101-How-to-Make-the-Perfect-Vodka-Cocktail.jpg 766w, https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/White-Russian-101-How-to-Make-the-Perfect-Vodka-Cocktail-300x190.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 766px) 100vw, 766px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>   <p>Have you watched The Big Lebowski recently and got a strong craving for a White Russian? Check out this article to learn the best White Russian recipe and how to mix it to perfection.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"white-russian-recipe-overview\"><a><\/a><strong>White Russian Recipe Overview<\/strong><\/h2>   <div class=\"wp-block-image\"> <figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/White-Russian.jpg\" alt=\"White Russian \" class=\"wp-image-1400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/White-Russian.jpg 750w, https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/White-Russian-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>   <p>The classic White Russian is a creamy cocktail that makes you feel warm and pampered. Though it looks complicated, it&#8217;s very easy to make. You only need to gather your ingredients and add everything to a glass with ice; the cocktail shaker is optional.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"white-russian-ingredients\"><a><\/a><strong>White Russian Ingredients<\/strong><\/h3>    <ul> <li>2 ounces of vodka<\/li>    <li>1 ounce of coffee liqueur (such as Kahlua)<\/li>    <li>A splash of heavy cream<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mixing-instructions\"><a><\/a><strong>Mixing Instructions<\/strong><\/h3>    <ul> <li>Add the heavy cream, vodka, and Kahlua to a glass or shaker.<\/li>    <li>Add ice<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>And enjoy! Shaking is optional, so if you add your ingredients directly to the glass, remember to stir and let the ingredients combine.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"nutritional-information\"><a><\/a><strong>Nutritional Information<\/strong><\/h2>    <p>This isn&#8217;t a light drink. The heavy cream and Kahlua are a delicious combination, but they <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myfitnesspal.com\/food\/calories\/white-russian-1647796274\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">raise the calorie count<\/a> to around 540 per serving.<\/p>    <p>However, you can lower that if you change some things in the White Russian cocktail recipe (more on this later).<\/p>    <p>Alcohol-wise, they have around 30% ABV if you choose an 80-proof bottle.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tips-for-serving-a-white-russian\"><a><\/a><strong>Tips for Serving a White Russian<\/strong><\/h2>    <p>The White Russian is a classic cocktail during happy hour. It&#8217;s like a milkshake for adults, so it also works well as an after-meal treat.<\/p>    <p>Because the prep time is so low, the White Russian can also make an appearance at any dinner party you&#8217;re hosting.<\/p>    <p>The White Russian is always served on rocks. As the ice melts, it slightly mellows, but not enough to become a thin drink.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"white-russian-food-pairings\"><a><\/a><strong>White Russian Food Pairings<\/strong><\/h3>    <p>This delicious beverage can be served next to a light dessert. Since the cocktail itself is sweet and slightly heavy, it doesn&#8217;t mix well with the main courses, but you can bring it out during the appetizer.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"whats-the-best-vodka-for-a-white-russian\"><a><\/a><strong>What&#8217;s the Best Vodka for a White Russian?<\/strong><\/h3>    <p>The White Russian needs at least 80-proof vodka. You can also opt for brands that add spices and flavors that pair well with coffee, such as toffee, caramel, vanilla, or cinnamon.<\/p>    <p>We&#8217;d recommend avoiding vodka bottles with a fruitier taste, as these tend to clash with the coffee liqueur.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"white-russian-recipe-variation\"><a><\/a><strong>White Russian Recipe Variation<\/strong><\/h2>   <div class=\"wp-block-image\"> <figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Man-Making-White-Russian.jpg\" alt=\"Man Making White Russian.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-1440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Man-Making-White-Russian.jpg 750w, https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Man-Making-White-Russian-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>   <p>Play with the White Russian recipes, and you can get other cocktails like:<\/p>    <ul> <li><strong>Black Russian<\/strong>: It&#8217;s exactly like the White Russian, sans heavy cream. Still sweet and a great dessert cocktail, but not as creamy and thick.<\/li>    <li><strong>Mudslide<\/strong>: Add some Irish cream to your White Russian for a boozy and heavy drink.<\/li>    <li><strong>The Dude<\/strong>: Add cognac, port, and real coffee to get another delicious cocktail inspired by the White Russian.<\/li>    <li><strong>Toasted Almond<\/strong>: Use tequila, amaretto, and heavy cream for a completely new flavor profile.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ingredients-replacements\"><a><\/a><strong>Ingredients Replacements<\/strong><\/h3>    <ul> <li><strong>Half and half<\/strong>: Adding cream to a drink isn&#8217;t for everybody, but you can replace the heavy cream with milk to cut down on the fatty content.<\/li>    <li><strong>Plant-based milk<\/strong>: Use coconut milk, almond milk, or another plant-based drink to make vegan-friendly cocktails.<\/li>    <li><strong>Real coffee<\/strong>: Traditional White Russians have a higher total sugar content, but you can reduce it by skipping the Kahlua and using a freshly brewed cup of joe instead.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"final-thoughts\"><a><\/a><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h2>    <p>Vodka, cream, coffee liqueur, and ice\u2014with just these ingredients in your fridge, you&#8217;re always minutes away from indulging in this creamy drink.<\/p>    <p>Try this vodka cocktail today, or any of its variations, to experiment with different tastes.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The White Russian is a classic vodka cocktail, but if you&#8217;ve tried mixing it and found it lacking, read this to learn how to improve your skills!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":254,"featured_media":1443,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[8],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1439"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/254"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1439"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1439\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1526,"href":"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1439\/revisions\/1526"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1443"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1439"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1439"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/drinkcelebration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1439"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}