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Cherry White Russian

Cherry White Russian: Indulge in a Creamy Dreamy Cocktail

Experience the Cherry White Russian, a creamy cocktail blending rich flavors of cherry and coffee for a delightful drink.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1.5 oz vodka opt for a quality brand
  • 1 oz coffee liqueur Kahlúa is a classic choice
  • 1 oz cherry syrup experiment with flavored syrups
For the Creaminess
  • 1 oz heavy cream for a lighter drink, consider half-and-half
Serving Essentials
  • 1 cup ice cubes use large cubes to slow down melting
  • 1 piece maraschino cherry optional but highly recommended

Equipment

  • shaker
  • old fashioned glass

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cherry White Russian
  1. Chill an old fashioned glass in the freezer for about 10 minutes. Fill it with large ice cubes, about ¾ full.
  2. In a shaker, combine vodka, coffee liqueur, and cherry syrup. Stir gently, then pour over the ice in your glass.
  3. Pour heavy cream over the back of a spoon slowly to float it on top of the mixture.
  4. Garnish with a maraschino cherry and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 1gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

You can prepare the base ingredients ahead of time and assemble the drink just before serving.

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