Black Russian

Enjoy the classic velvety smooth flavors of a sophisticated Black Russian with this easy recipe. It makes the perfect nightcap or after-dinner sipper for dinner parties.

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings serving

Calories 228kcal

Author John Kanell

Equipment

Old-fashioned or rocks glass
Cocktail stirrer

Ingredients

2 ounces vodka
1 ounce Kahlua
ice

Instructions

In an old-fashioned glass or rocks glass, combine the vodka and Kahlua. Fill with ice. Stir together until well chilled.

Notes

Adjust the ratios to taste. While a classic black Russian cocktail recipe calls for equal parts vodka and Kahlua, I prefer a little less coffee liqueur. Start with the recommended amounts in this recipe, then add more of either liquor to suit your taste.
Chill the ingredients beforehand. Put the black Russian ingredients – including the vodka, Kahlua, and cocktail glass – in the freezer so they are cold before you make this recipe. Chilling them first makes an extra cold and delicious drink and won’t melt the ice as fast.
Garnish. While you can serve this black Russian drink as is, you can also add a festive garnish like a maraschino cherry or an orange twist for a pop of color, flavor, and impressive presentation.

Nutrition

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