Velvety White Russian with Freshly Brewed Espresso

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A rich and smooth White Russian cocktail enhanced with a shot of freshly brewed espresso for a bold coffee twist. This recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together vodka, Kahlúa coffee liqueur, heavy cream 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.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 250 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a rocks glass with 1 cup ice cubes to chill the glass.
  2. Step 2: Pour 2 oz vodka and 1 oz Kahlúa coffee liqueur over the ice. Stir gently to combine the spirits.
  3. Step 3: Slowly pour 1 oz heavy cream over the back of a spoon to float it on top of the cocktail, creating a creamy layer.
  4. Step 4: Brew 1 oz fresh espresso and carefully pour it over the top to add a rich coffee aroma and flavor. Serve immediately without stirring to enjoy layered flavors.

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