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905 December 4, 2018 30 Minute Recipes

Peppermint White Russian Drink Recipe

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!

This Peppermint Mocha White Russian is a festive cocktail! The classic drink with a peppermint and chocolate twist!

Peppermint White Russian Drink Recipe

about this White Russian Drink Recipe

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 cocktail 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 cocktail 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 cocktail 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 with vanilla vodka 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.

Peppermint White Russian Drink Recipe

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

Peppermint White Russian Drink Recipe

how to make a white russian drink

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

Peppermint White Russian Drink Recipe

meal prep tips:

  1. 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.

more easy cocktail recipes

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  3. Sparkling Lemon Drop Martini

  4. All easy drink recipes here!

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!

5 minPrep Time

5 minTotal Time

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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

  1. In a cocktail glass, filled half way with ice, add a 1:1 ratio of vodka and Kahula.
  2. Top with milk. Stir to combine.
  3. 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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Categories: 30 Minute Recipes Tags: chocolate, cocktail, coffee, drink, holiday, Kahlua, Mocha, peppermint

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  1. 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!!!!!!!
    Reply
    • 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!
      Reply
  2. tanya says

    December 18, 2015 at 9:41 am

    I cannot get over how gorgeous these are!!! I bet that creamer made them extra delicious!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 20, 2015 at 9:36 am

      It did for sure! And thank you Tanya!
      Reply
  3. 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 cocktails and shots! I am loving this festive drink! So pretty Meg!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 20, 2015 at 9:36 am

      Oh if yours is so long ago, mine is ages! Haha! Thanks girlfriend!
      Reply
  4. Megan Keno says

    December 18, 2015 at 9:58 pm

    This looks amazing! And the perfect display for a holiday party!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 19, 2015 at 6:20 am

      Why thank you Megan!
      Reply
      • Lenny says

        December 24, 2016 at 9:59 pm

        Um...why are the ingredients different than ones in the instructions?
        Reply
        • 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!
          Reply
          • 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!
  5. 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. ;)
    Reply
    • 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!
      Reply
  6. 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 cocktail recipes going for the holidays. Great one!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 20, 2015 at 9:35 am

      Yes cocktails are a must for the holidays! Thanks!
      Reply
  7. 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!
    Reply
    • 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!
      Reply
  8. Chrissie (thebusybaker.ca) says

    December 30, 2015 at 4:02 pm

    These look so tasty! And perfect for the holidays!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 30, 2015 at 4:23 pm

      Exactly! Thanks so much Chrissie!
      Reply
  9. 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!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 3, 2016 at 2:48 pm

      Oh I want to come over for your Christmas Tree day!
      Reply
  10. [email protected] 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.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 9, 2016 at 3:55 pm

      I am with ya! Thanks Janette!
      Reply
  11. 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!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 9, 2016 at 3:55 pm

      Why thank you Amy!!
      Reply
  12. 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!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 9, 2016 at 3:56 pm

      Yes! Desserts in disguise always win in my books ;) Thanks Amanda!
      Reply
  13. 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 :)
    Reply
    • 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!
      Reply
  14. 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!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 12, 2017 at 5:38 am

      Ya! Hope you enjoy!
      Reply
  15. 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!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 25, 2017 at 4:55 am

      Love it! Hope you enjoy it!
      Reply
  16. 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.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 27, 2018 at 10:09 am

      Thanks! Hope you enjoy Emma!
      Reply
  17. 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
    Reply
    • Megan Kohrs says

      November 14, 2018 at 7:31 am

      That sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing!
      Reply

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