White Russian

Recipe from Dale DeGroff

Adapted by The New York Times

Updated November 15, 2016

  • Joe Fornabaio for The New York Times
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Total Time
5 minutes
Rating
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Not all that long ago, the White Russian was considered passé and often likened to an alcoholic milkshake. The cocktail, whose culinary precursor is the Alexander, is believed to date to the 1950s or early 1960s. And it gained popularity in the days of disco, which may have added to its dated reputation. But then, the Coen Brothers released "The Big Lebowski," a movie about an aging slacker who calls himself the Dude, played with slouchy brio by Jeff Bridges. The Dude's chief pursuits involve bowling, avoiding work and drinking White Russians, or as the character calls them, "Caucasians." —The New York Times

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Ingredients

Yield:1 drink

  • 1 ounce coffee liqueur, such as Kahlúa

  • 1 ounce vodka

  • 1 ½ ounces heavy cream

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Nutritional analysis per serving

14 grams carbs; 48 milligrams cholesterol; 305 calories; 4 grams monosaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 10 grams saturated fat; 15 grams fat; 1 gram trans fat; 14 milligrams sodium; 1 gram protein; 12 grams sugar

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Scoop a big handful of ice into a shaker, add all ingredients and shake well. Strain and serve in an old-fashioned glass.

Tip

  • Substitute brandy for the vodka and the drink is called a Dirty White Mother. Substituting brandy for the vodka and milk for the cream results in a Separator.

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Spaypets

Substitute Allen’s Coffee Brandy for Kahlua and you have a White Trash Russian.

Martha deGarmo

I have been making these for years and they always taste wonderful!! I have a pedicure business and will serve one to a tired client at the end of their day,while soaking in a foot bath! They love it!

Marty cooks

So a skinny, white, Irish Russian?

Michael

Be careful whilst standing if you drink more than one of these.

Adrienne

I used oat milk and it was great!

barbara

I prefer to float the cream on top. Also is more attractive!

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Adapted From Dale DeGroff

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