Cocktail
Black Russian
How to make a Black Russian: a strong vodka cocktail with coffee liqueur. The minimalist two-ingredient classic as an easy recipe.
2 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
TumblerGlass
1Serving(s)
The Black Russian was created in 1949 by a bartender at the Hotel Metropole in Brussels. With just two ingredients, vodka and coffee liqueur, it is one of the most minimalist cocktails of all. The intense coffee flavor and the strong spirit make it the ideal drink for lovers of strong, sweet cocktails.
Instructions
- Fill the tumbler with ice cubes.
- Pour vodka over the ice.
- Add the coffee liqueur.
- Stir gently until the drink is well chilled.
- Garnish with a cocktail cherry if desired.
Garnish: Optionally a cocktail cherry
Pro tip: Use a high-quality vodka, because with only two ingredients the quality of the spirit comes through clearly.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the cocktail called Black Russian?
Black refers to the dark color of the coffee liqueur, Russian to the vodka as a typically Russian spirit. The drink was created in Brussels in 1949.
How does a Black Russian become a White Russian?
By adding cream. The White Russian is the creamy version of the Black Russian.
Can you also top a Black Russian with cola?
With cola it becomes a so-called Dirty Black Russian or Tall Black Russian, a longer and sweeter drink.
Ingredients
- Vodka5 cl
- Coffee liqueur (Kahlúa)2 cl
- Ice cubesas needed
- Cocktail cherry for garnishoptional
