Gingerbread White Russian
This cozy cocktail combines vodka, coffee liqueur, and cream with the warm spices of gingerbread, creating a rich and festive drink perfect for the holidays.
Ingredients
For the cocktail
- 4 oz vodka
- 2 oz coffee liqueur (such as Kahlúa)
- 1 oz molasses or gingerbread syrup For a sweeter touch, you can use gingerbread syrup.
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- 4 oz heavy cream or half-and-half You can substitute with coconut cream or oat milk for a dairy-free option.
- Ice cubes
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Crushed gingerbread cookies (for garnish)
- Gingerbread cookies (for serving or decoration)
Instructions
Preparation
- Drizzle the inside of each glass with a swirl of molasses or chocolate syrup for a festive presentation.
- Fill each glass halfway with ice.
- In a shaker or mixing glass, combine vodka, coffee liqueur, molasses, ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir well to blend the spices.
- Pour the mixture over ice in the prepared glasses.
- Slowly pour the cream over the top using the back of a spoon for that signature layered effect.
- Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of crushed gingerbread cookies.
- Garnish with a mini gingerbread man for that extra dose of holiday charm.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the cozy, spiced magic of the season!
Notes
Make it dairy-free by substituting coconut cream or oat milk. This cocktail is batch-friendly; combine vodka, coffee liqueur, molasses, and spices in advance. For a sweeter twist, replace molasses with maple syrup.