A creamy and decadent White Russian cocktail with a toasted coconut rim, perfect for dessert or a cozy nightcap.
Author:Sarah Peterson
Prep Time:5 min
Cook Time:0 min
Total Time:5 min
Yield:1 serving 1x
Category:Cocktail
Method:Shaking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 oz vodka
1 oz coffee liqueur
1 oz cream
1/2 oz toasted coconut syrup
Toasted shredded coconut for rimming the glass
Ice
Instructions
Prepare your glass: Moisten the rim of a rocks glass with a lime wedge or water. Dip the rim into toasted shredded coconut, pressing gently to adhere.
Fill the prepared glass with ice.
Add vodka, coffee liqueur, cream, and toasted coconut syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
Shake well until thoroughly chilled.
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
Garnish with a sprinkle of toasted coconut if desired.
Notes
For toasted coconut syrup, combine equal parts sugar and water with shredded coconut in a saucepan. Heat gently until sugar dissolves, then let steep for 15 minutes. Strain out coconut.
Adjust cream and syrup to your preference for sweetness and richness.
This cocktail pairs well with rich desserts or as a standalone treat.