This Berry White Russian is a game-changer, for sure.
It’s the creamy, boozy drink you love, but with a burst of berry flavor that makes it taste even better.
Think of a classic White Russian with a fruity, sweet twist. Great for brunch, a date night, or just to treat yourself.
Let’s get this done!
What You’ll Need
- A cocktail shaker or a mixing glass
- Jigger for measuring
- Spoon for the bar
- Short glass for cocktails
- Scoop of ice
- ◯ 1 ounce of vodka
- ◯ 1 oz of coffee liqueur, such as Kahlúa
- ◯ 1 ounce of berry syrup, either store-bought or homemade
- ◯ 2 ounces of heavy cream (or milk for a lighter option)
- ◯ Ice
- ◯ fresh berries (raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries), a mint sprig, or powdered sugar as a garnish.
Instructions
- Get your glass ready.
Put ice cubes in your cocktail glass. - Combine the liqueurs and syrup.
Mix vodka, coffee liqueur, and berry syrup in a shaker or mixing glass. Gently stir.
- Put in the cream.
Slowly pour the heavy cream over the back of a spoon into your glass. This will make the swirls you want. - Add the garnish and serve.
Add a mix of fresh berries, a little powdered sugar, and a mint sprig on top for color. Serve right away!
Tips & Tricks
- Use berries that are still fresh. Fresh berries will give your syrup the best taste if you make it yourself.
- Cool off your glass. Every sip is more refreshing when the glass is cold.
- Get the berry flavor just right. If your syrup is too sweet, you might want to use less or add more vodka to balance it out.
- Layer like a pro. To make those beautiful swirls, pour the cream over the back of a spoon.
- Make it look nice. Don’t forget the fresh berries or mint; they tie everything together.
- No berry syrup? With a spoon and some sugar, mash up some fresh berries and then strain the juice.
- If you don’t want dairy, you can use almond, oat, or coconut milk instead of cream.
- To make it extra boozy, add ½ oz of raspberry liqueur or berry-flavored vodka.
- To make it sweeter, add a little vanilla or caramel syrup.
- It’s best to make this drink fresh, but you can mix the vodka, coffee liqueur, and berry syrup ahead of time and keep it in the fridge. When you’re ready to serve, add ice and cream.
That’s how you make a Berry White Russian! What could be better than something that is sweet, creamy, and full of juicy berries? Give it a shot, make it your own, and tell me how it turned out. Thanks! 🍓🍹