Black Russian

A classic Black Russian cocktail comes together with Kahluah and vodka to create a well-rounded drink with strong notes of coffee throughout.

Why this recipe works

A Black Russian is the original of its popular sibling, the White Russian, without the swirls of cream. This cocktail is smooth with a bite and perfect for sipping on after dinner or alongside dessert. It’s essentially a sweetened coffee cocktail much like an Espresso Martini. For all the coffee lovers out there, this one is a true classic.

Ingredients you will need

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Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions

COFFEE LIQUEUR – Kahlua is our personal preference when it comes to Black Russian cocktails, but you can use your favorite coffee liqueur in its place. The main flavor in this drink comes from the Kahlua, so be sure to use a coffee liqueur that you enjoy. Feel free to switch it up and use a flavored Kahlua such as salted caramel, vanilla, or chocolate.

How to Make Black Russian

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1. To a cocktail shaker, add ice, vodka, and Kahlua.
2. Shake well and serve in a rocks glass with additional ice.

Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips

Serving Suggestions

Optionally garnish with a maraschino cherry and serve over ice. Enjoy a Black Russian cocktail as an after dinner drink or pair it with dessert.

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Black Russian

This Black Russian recipe is smooth with a bite and perfect for sipping on after dinner or alongside dessert.

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Course: Cocktails

Cuisine: European

Servings: 1 cocktail

5 minutes mins

Calories: 310

Author: Amanda Davis

Ingredients

• ▢ ice for cocktail shaker
• ▢ 2 ½ ounces vodka
• ▢ 1 ½ ounces Kahlua

Things You’ll Need

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  Cocktail shaker
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  Jigger

Before You Begin

• Kahlua is our personal preference when it comes to Black Russian cocktails, but you can use your favorite coffee liqueur in its place. The main flavor in this drink comes from the Kahlua, so be sure to use a coffee liqueur that you enjoy. Feel free to switch it up and use a flavored Kahlua such as salted caramel, vanilla, or chocolate.

Instructions

• To a cocktail shaker, add ice, vodka, and Kahlua.
• Shake well and serve in a rocks glass with additional ice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktail | Calories: 310cal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 0.04g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 1mg | Sugar: 20g | Iron: 0.01mg

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