Peppermint White Russian Drink Recipe (2024)

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This Peppermint White Russian Drink Recipe is a festive, holiday treat! With peppermint, vodka and a touch of milk, it’s the perfect post-dinner drink!

If there is one drink that takes me back, it would be White Russians. They have had a special place in my heart for as long as I can remember. It is a co*cktail that my brother loved and I inherited the love of. It makes sense as it’s sweet, smooth and full of coffee. And it was an acceptable co*cktail disguised as a dessert. Because no night is complete without something sweet, in my opinion!

With the holidays in full swing, I dressed the White Russian drink recipe up in holiday attire. Peppermint coffee liquor brings this holiday co*cktail to life. The rest of the drink is extremely simple. A 1:1 ratio of vodka to Kahula, or coffee liquor. Have fun with this. Experiment withvanillavodka or even chocolate vodka! Then fill the glass with creamer and milk of choice. While the classic White Russian uses cream, I believe it still tastes pretty darn good with vanilla almond milk.

what is in a white russian drink?

Vodka (Try vanilla, chocolate or peppermint!)
Peppermint Kahula (Or regular if you use peppermint vodka)
Milk of Choice
Garnishes: Whipped Cream, Crushed Candy Canes

how to make a white russian drink

In a co*cktail glass, filled half way with ice, add a 1:1 ratio of vodka and Kahula.
Top with milk. Stir to combine.
Garnish with whipped cream and crushed candy canes.

meal prep tips:

since there is no ice in the drink, you can premix them, and store in the fridge until ready to consume. Then top with whipped cream, if desired! You can also add ice before the whipped cream, if you wish.

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Champagne Margarita
Coconut Margarita
Sparkling Lemon Drop Martini
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Peppermint Mocha White Russian

This White Russian Drink Recipe is a festive, holiday treat! With peppermint, vodka and a touch of milk, it's the perfect post-dinner drink!

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Ingredients

Drink:

1.5 ounce Vodka
1.5 ounce Peppermint Kahula
2 ounces Milk of choice

Garnishes:

Whipped Cream
Crushed Candy Canes

Instructions

In a co*cktail glass, filled half way with ice, add a 1:1 ratio of vodka and Kahula.
Top with milk. Stir to combine.
Garnish with whipped cream and crushed candy canes.

Notes

*Recipe updated December 2016 to reflect cleaner ingredients. Coffee creamer was removed, and milk was increased. But if you wish, add a 1:1 ratio of peppermint mocha creamer and milk,

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Annie says
December 18, 2015 at 9:09 am

I have never had a white Russian!! Can you believe that? And I am a HUGE coffee drinker! I think we might make this for our girls holiday brunch this weekend!And your photos - gorgeous!!!!!!!
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- Meg says
  December 20, 2015 at 9:37 am
  
  Oh girl you need to get on that!And oh that would make my day. Let me know if you do!Thanks girl!
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tanya says
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December 18, 2015 at 9:41 am

I cannot get over how gorgeous these are!!! I bet that creamer made them extra delicious!
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- Meg says
  December 20, 2015 at 9:36 am
  
  It did for sure!And thank you Tanya!
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Mariah @ Mariah's Pleasing Plates says
December 18, 2015 at 11:06 am

Ah my 21st bday seems like so long ago...but I think I had my fair share of co*cktails and shots!I am loving this festive drink! So pretty Meg!
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- Meg says
  December 20, 2015 at 9:36 am
  
  Oh if yours is so long ago, mine is ages! Haha!Thanks girlfriend!
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Megan Keno says
December 18, 2015 at 9:58 pm

This looks amazing! And the perfect display for a holiday party!
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- Meg says
  December 19, 2015 at 6:20 am
  
  Why thank you Megan!
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  - Lenny says
    December 24, 2016 at 9:59 pm
    
    Um...why are the ingredients different than ones in the instructions?
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    - Meg says
      December 25, 2016 at 9:11 am
      
      Hi Lenny, I updated the recipe this year to reflect cleaner ingredients as that is what direction my blog is moving. I apologize about the instructions not reflecting that! I did update and add a note on the recipe. Happy Holidays!
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      - Steven says
        December 20, 2017 at 1:44 pm
        
        Hello, is there a way you can send me the OLD recipe that consisted of just the Kahlua, Vodka, and Peppermint Mocha Creamer? I don't remember the initial recipe calling for milk and would love to know how much creamer it originally called for, as that is the drink the folks loved that I made!
      - Meg says
        December 20, 2017 at 3:45 pm
        
        Its the same amount. Enjoy!
Melanie | Melanie Makes says
December 19, 2015 at 9:27 am

I've never had a white russian but now I need to change that stat! And I'll admit to being one of those that tried to be in the 21 shot club. I think I made it to 18 but luckily no ill effects except for major dehydration the next day. ;)
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- Meg says
  December 20, 2015 at 9:35 am
  
  Oh girl you need to try one!They are like dessert in a glass! And Ha! I was too ;) Glad we are the same!Thanks Mel!
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eat good 4 life says
December 19, 2015 at 9:34 am

Oh wow, this is what I need right now. I need to get my co*cktail recipes going for the holidays. Great one!
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- Meg says
  December 20, 2015 at 9:35 am
  
  Yes co*cktails are a must for the holidays! Thanks!
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Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts says
December 19, 2015 at 3:43 pm

Such a pretty and festive drink! I have to say my 21st was pretty lame! But that is kind of what happens when you are a New Years baby. Everyone is still hung over from their New Year's Eve partying, that the next day they don't really want to go out again. That is ok though, still good memories!
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- Meg says
  December 20, 2015 at 9:19 am
  
  Oh but please tell you partied at least the night before?! And such a fun birthday though! And speaking of...happy early birthday!Thanks Erin!
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Chrissie (thebusybaker.ca) says
December 30, 2015 at 4:02 pm

These look so tasty! And perfect for the holidays!
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- Meg says
  December 30, 2015 at 4:23 pm
  
  Exactly! Thanks so much Chrissie!
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Maria says
November 30, 2016 at 2:54 pm

This looks like dessert!! Holy moly, watch out family! Christmas tree day is going to get a whole lot more festive with the addition of these after dinner!!! These look deeee-lish, Meg!
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- Meg says
  December 3, 2016 at 2:48 pm
  
  Oh I want to come over for your Christmas Tree day!
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[emailprotected] says
December 8, 2016 at 1:54 pm

This is my kind of after dinner drink. A little sweet, a little chocolate and little spiked.
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- Meg says
  December 9, 2016 at 3:55 pm
  
  I am with ya! Thanks Janette!
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Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day says
December 8, 2016 at 2:01 pm

This is the prettiest White Russian I have ever seen!
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- Meg says
  December 9, 2016 at 3:55 pm
  
  Why thank you Amy!!
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Amanda says
December 8, 2016 at 2:18 pm

I've made many White Russians. The little additions you have sound yummy. They really are dessert in a glass!
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- Meg says
  December 9, 2016 at 3:56 pm
  
  Yes! Desserts in disguise always win in my books ;) Thanks Amanda!
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Stephanie@ApplesforCJ says
December 8, 2016 at 2:23 pm

My 21st birthday was so long ago I can't even honestly remember..These White Russians look really good. Loving the peppermint addition to them. I've never had a white russian but I have tasted one before years ago. Your pictures make me want to try one :)
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- Meg says
  December 9, 2016 at 3:56 pm
  
  If you like chocolate milk and coffee, then pretty good chance you would like white russians!Thanks Stephanie!
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jordan @ dancing for donuts says
November 29, 2017 at 10:44 pm

oh my gosh as if i didn't love white peppermint mochas enough!!! i actually grew up with my parents throwing some kahlua in their keoki coffees (is that how you spell it?!), so there's a special place in my heart for kahlua :) i'll have to pick up the peppermint kind so i can make these! thanks for sharing!
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- Meg says
  December 12, 2017 at 5:38 am
  
  Ya! Hope you enjoy!
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ashley @ thedelightfulbite.com says
December 21, 2017 at 9:46 am

These look amazing! Think I have just found my new Christmas drink! Making these on Christmas Eve!!! Thanks for sharing!
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- Meg says
  December 25, 2017 at 4:55 am
  
  Love it! Hope you enjoy it!
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Emma says
January 26, 2018 at 9:15 am

oh my gosh! It looks heavenly milk. I can't get over myself, i will gonna try this tomorrow. Tips and instruction is works great for me.
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- Meg says
  January 27, 2018 at 10:09 am
  
  Thanks! Hope you enjoy Emma!
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Jon Matty says
November 12, 2018 at 6:49 pm

For another variation on a festive white russian,. Try 1 shot vodka 1 shot kahlua 1/3 pint of Hagen Daz Vanilla Ice cream and some chocolate shavings on top. Blend the first 3 ingredients together and freeze the glasses---just before serving remove from freezer and shave the chocolate on top-----Its a wonderful dessert and a delicious drink----enjoy
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- Megan Kohrs says
  November 14, 2018 at 7:31 am
  
  That sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing!
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Peppermint White Russian Drink Recipe (2024)

This Peppermint White Russian Drink Recipe is a festive, holiday treat! With peppermint, vodka and a touch of milk, it’s the perfect post-dinner drink!

what is in a white russian drink?

how to make a white russian drink

meal prep tips:

more easy co*cktail recipes

Champagne Margarita

Coconut Margarita

Sparkling Lemon Drop Martini

All easy drink recipes here!

Megan

If you make this recipe, make sure tosnap a photo and hashtag it#WITHSALTANDWIT. I’d love to see what you are cooking up in your kitchen!

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