
Peppermint White Russian
ClassicA White Russian with peppermint schnapps.
WinterCreamyHolidayMinty
3 minEasyLight
Coffee and cream with a cool peppermint lift. Sweet, smooth, and dessert-like.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Vodka
- 1 oz Coffee Liqueur
- 0.5 oz Peppermint Schnapps
- 1 oz Heavy Cream
- Mint sprig · optional garnish
Method
- 1
Add the vodka, coffee liqueur, and peppermint schnapps to a rocks glass with ice.
- 2
Stir gently to combine.
- 3
Float the heavy cream on top.
- 4
Garnish with a mint sprig.
The Story
The White Russian dates to the mid-twentieth century and has plenty of variations, many for the holidays. Adding peppermint schnapps gives it a candy-cane flavor that suits winter menus.
Glass · Rocks glassGarnish · Mint sprig