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The White Russian is a classic cocktail and the libation of choice for Jeff Bridges' "The Dude" in 1998's The Big Lebowski.
Sometimes called a "Caucasian," the drink is a simple combination of vodka, coffee liqueur and cream. This guide to How to Make a White Russian will have you sipping in splendor in no time.
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The White Russian is a classic cocktail and the libation of choice for Jeff Bridges' "The Dude" in 1998's The Big Lebowski.
Sometimes called a "Caucasian," the drink is a simple combination of vodka, coffee liqueur and cream. This guide to How to Make a White Russian will have you sipping in splendor in no time.
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White Russian Tips
- Kahlua is the traditional choice for the coffee liqueur.
- Make sure the cream is fresh.
- Milk can be substituted for cream.
- Don't go overboard with an expensive vodka, as the sweet liqueur will hide the taste.
- Adjust proportions to your preference.
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Introduction
- Although a White Russian has only three simple ingredients, there are dozens of variations on the drink.Wikipedia: White Russian The International Bartenders Association recommends a ratio of 5 parts vodka, 2 parts coffee liqueur and 3 parts cream, but the exact proportions will always come down to personal taste.International Bartender Association: Official Cocktails: White Russian
What You'll Need
Ingredients
- 1 2/3 oz. Vodka
- 2/3 oz. Kahlua, or other coffee liqueur
- Like a stronger coffee flavor? Increase the amount of Kahlua to one full ounce.AllRecipes: White Russian Recipe
- 1 oz. Cream
- Ice
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Making a White Russian
- Fill a 8 oz. rocks glass with ice.
- Add vodka.
- Add coffee liqueur.
- Stir.
- Add cream.
- Stir slowly to combine.
- Some people don't stir, preferring to have a layer of cream "floating" above the vodka-coffee liqueur combination.wikiHow: How to Make a White Russian
