Amaretto White Russian
A nutty, creamy twist on the classic White Russian that swaps some vodka for amaretto. The almond-coffee-cream combination is a dessert cocktail dream that's been trending on TikTok as the ultimate nightcap. Like drinking a marzipan latte. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Amaretto
- 0.5 oz Vodka
- 1 oz Coffee liqueur
- 1.5 oz Heavy cream
- grated nutmeg (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Serve with tiramisu or chocolate-covered espresso beans to complement the coffee-cream-almond profile, or enjoy after a rich Italian dinner with cannoli.
Instructions
Fill a rocks glass with ice
Pour amaretto, vodka, and coffee liqueur over ice
Float heavy cream on top by pouring over the back of a spoon
Dust with freshly grated nutmeg
Stir gently when ready to drink, or enjoy the layered presentation
Tips
The amaretto-coffee liqueur combination tastes like marzipan and mocha — it's incredible Use cold heavy cream for the cleanest float layer Substitute oat milk for a lighter, dairy-free version that's nearly as creamy