Creamy Coconut White Russian.
The coziest Creamy Coconut White Russian…for all the festive nights ahead. Homemade cinnamon vanilla simple syrup, mixed with the classic White Russian ingredients of vodka and Kahlúa. But my seasonal twist? Creamy coconut milk and a splash of coconut rum, which add just the right amount of coconutty flavor. This is the perfect holiday twist on the classic White Russian cocktail, and it’s a delicious December treat!
Hey, hi, and happy Saturday! Only one more Saturday left until Christmas and I’m rolling out my favorite cocktails just in time. Or at least I’m trying to anyway!
A good White Russian is one of my favorite holiday drinks. It all started a few years back after I shared one of my first ever holiday drinks, The North Pole Cocktail. To this day that drink is one of my most favorite drinks I’ve ever shared. It’s sweet, it’s over the top, and it’s festive.
But most importantly? It introduced me to the deliciousness that’s in the combination of Kahlúa, vodka, and cream. It’s a cocktail that tastes like dessert, and it might just be my favorite. I’ve loved Kahlúa since I was a kid, which I know sounds bad, but my mom puts it in her Christmas Eve Death By Chocolate. Just a little goes a long way and it’s that splash of Kahlúa that makes her Christmas Eve dessert special.
The point is…I love Kahlúa during the holidays.
enter this white russian…
If Christmas had a cocktail, this would be it.
It’s a special one that’s only fitting for the holiday season. It’s hinted with cinnamon and vanilla. There’s a touch of coffee flavor from the Kahlúa, and a bit of a kick from the vodka. The coconut milk makes it luscious, creamy, and perfect.
You really can’t go wrong with a combo like that. My recommendation? Rim each glass in a mix of sweet coconut and sugar, and then top each drink off with a cute little cinnamon stick. It’s a bit over the top, but since it’s the holidays, it’s totally ok. Plus, it’s the end of 2020…anything goes at this point.
Go with me on this. If you’re looking for a fun drink to make this weekend while watching yet another holiday movie, this is it.
Lastly, if you make this Creamy Coconut White Russian, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
