White Russian Twist

How to Make White Russian Twist

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   Step 1: Make the maple-vanilla cream

   In a small jar or bowl, combine the heavy cream, maple syrup and vanilla extract. Cap the jar and shake vigorously (or whisk) until slightly thickened and fully combined; chill while you prepare the spirits.

   For this step

   • 4 ozHeavy cream (or half-and-half if you prefer lighter)
   • 2 tbspPure maple syrup
   • 1 tspPure vanilla extract
   
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   Step 2: Combine and chill the spirits

   Fill a mixing glass or cocktail shaker with ice. Add the vodka, coffee liqueur and optional espresso. Stir (or gently shake, if you prefer a slightly frothier texture) until well chilled, about 15–20 seconds.

   For this step

   • 8 ozVodka
   • 4 ozCoffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa)
   • 2 ozFresh espresso (optional, for extra coffee intensity)
   • 8 cubesIce cubes
   
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   Step 3: Prepare the glasses

   Divide fresh ice among 4 old-fashioned glasses. Strain the chilled spirit mixture evenly into the glasses, leaving room for the cream layer on top.
   
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   Step 4: Float the cream

   Gently pour the maple-vanilla cream over the back of a spoon onto each glass so it floats on the surface and creates a layered look. For a more integrated cocktail, give each drink a gentle stir to combine the cream with the coffee layer.
   
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   Step 5: Garnish and serve

   Lightly dust each cocktail with a pinch of ground cinnamon and serve with a short straw or stirrer. Enjoy immediately as a rich after-dinner sipper.

   For this step

   • 1/4 tspGround cinnamon (for garnish)
   

1. In a small jar or bowl, combine the heavy cream, maple syrup and vanilla extract. Cap the jar and shake vigorously (or whisk) until slightly thickened and fully combined; chill while you prepare the spirits.
2. Fill a mixing glass or cocktail shaker with ice. Add the vodka, coffee liqueur and optional espresso. Stir (or gently shake, if you prefer a slightly frothier texture) until well chilled, about 15–20 seconds.
3. Divide fresh ice among 4 old-fashioned glasses. Strain the chilled spirit mixture evenly into the glasses, leaving room for the cream layer on top.
4. Gently pour the maple-vanilla cream over the back of a spoon onto each glass so it floats on the surface and creates a layered look. For a more integrated cocktail, give each drink a gentle stir to combine the cream with the coffee layer.
5. Lightly dust each cocktail with a pinch of ground cinnamon and serve with a short straw or stirrer. Enjoy immediately as a rich after-dinner sipper.