This quick and easy Coffee White Russian recipe uses cold brew, coconut rum and Kahlua to give it an out-of-this-world flavor!
Perfect for brunch and ready in just minutes, this tasty rum cocktail is a caffeinated twist on a classic!
This Cold Brew White Russian recipe was inspired by a challenge I was given by a fellow blogger many years ago. I created this drink to pair perfectly with donuts.
And nothing goes better with donuts than coffee! Perfect for brunch or any breakfast celebration, this easy rum drink is delish!
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Why This Recipe Works
A White Russian is a classic cocktail recipe that we know is delicious. So I swapped out a few simple ingredients to make a sweet, coffee twist.
Instead of vodka, I used coconut rum instead. It adds another layer of flavor that goes great with the coffee and also the heavy cream.
Store-bought cold brew keeps the prep time down making this a tasty quick and easy drink.
It takes just minutes to put this drink together and it's just as easy to make one as it is for a crowd.
This White Russian with coffee recipe is refreshing and the perfect counterpoint to the sugar donut. The coconut rum smooths out the acidity of the coffee and the touch of agave makes it super easy to drink.
Serve this for any breakfast or brunch. And absolutely always serve it with donuts! I mean, you don't really have to, but why wouldn't you!?
Ingredients
- Cold Brew Coffee
- Coconut Rum
- Kahlua (not pictured)
- Heavy Cream
- Agave
- Cinnamon
Full quantities are available in the printable recipe card at the end of the post.
You can use another coffee-flavored liqueur if you don't have Kahlua.
Instructions
Add the cold brew coffee to your cocktail shaker.
Then add the coconut rum, Kahlua, heavy cream, agave, and cinnamon.
Add the ice. Shake it vigorously.
Strain over fresh ice in a short cocktail glass.
Finish with a skewer with donut holes. Duh.
Top Tips
- If you don't have coconut rum, you can use regular rum. Or Vodka. Either will be delicious.
- You can make your own coffee for this cocktail. Just make it extra strong. Spiced Coffee Grounds would be extra delicious!
- Adding sweetner to cocktails is a great way to balance all the flavors. If you find that it is too sweet for you, just leave it out or use less. I'm not a fan of sweet drinks but sometimes it can make all the difference.
- Make it blended by adding this recipe and ice to a high speed blender!
This Coffee White Russian makes is easy to make, quick to throw together and perfect for sharing with friends!
Related Recipes
- Need a large batch drink for a crowd? Make my Large Batch White Russian Recipe.
- Not into dairy in your cocktails? Make a Black Russian instead.
- Here's another Coconut Rum White Russian that uses coconut milk to really amp up the coconut flavor AND take the dairy out.
- And these White Russian Cupcakes are a MUST-MAKE!
- A classic White Russian is always a good idea!
Coffee White Russian
Ingredients
- 1 oz. Coconut Rum
- 1 oz. Kahlua
- 1 oz. heavy cream
- 2 oz. cold brew coffee
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon agave
Instructions
- To a cocktail shaker add the cold brew coffee, Kahlua, coconut rum, heavy cream, cinnamon and agave.
- Add ice.
- Shake well.
- Strain over fresh ice in a low ball glass.
- Top with skewered donut holes (optional)
Notes
- If you don't have coconut rum, you can use regular rum. Or Vodka. Either will be delicious.
- You can make your own coffee for this cocktail. Just make it extra strong. Spiced Coffee Grounds would be extra delicious!
- Adding sweetener to cocktails is a great way to balance all the flavors. If you find that it is too sweet for you, just leave it out or use less. I'm not a fan of sweet drinks but sometimes it can make all the difference.
- Make it blended by adding this recipe and ice to a high-speed blender!
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