Vanilla Chai White Russian
A creamy and spiced take on the classic White Russian, infused with chai flavors and smooth vanilla notes. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together vodka, coffee liqueur, chai concentrate for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 1 oz coffee liqueur
- 1 oz chai concentrate
- 1 oz vanilla cream
- as needed ice cubes
- a pinch, for garnish ground cinnamon
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a rocks glass halfway with large ice cubes.
- Step 2: Pour in 1.5 oz vodka and 1 oz coffee liqueur over the ice.
- Step 3: Add 1 oz chai concentrate and gently stir for 15 seconds to blend the flavors and chill the mixture.
- Step 4: Slowly float 1 oz vanilla cream on top by pouring it over the back of a spoon to create a layered effect.
- Step 5: Garnish with a light pinch of ground cinnamon dusted evenly over the cream surface.
