The Black Russian is a two-ingredient cocktail combining vodka and coffee liqueur over ice, delivering a bold coffee-forward flavor with smooth spirits.
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Pour into ice-filled old-fashioned glass and stir.
A Black Russian is vodka and coffee liqueur only, while a White Russian adds cream for a dessert-like texture.
Kahlúa is the classic choice, but any quality coffee liqueur with balanced sweetness and coffee depth works well.
Use fresh, large ice cubes to chill quickly without over-diluting as they melt slowly.
Mix just before serving—spirits and ice don't store well together and the drink becomes watered down.
A rocks glass or lowball glass is traditional for serving this cocktail.
