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Vanilla Butterscotch White Russian Recipe


  • Author: Emily

Description

A decadent cocktail combining vodka, coffee liqueur, butterscotch schnapps, and vanilla extract, topped with cream for a luxurious, dessert-like drink.

 


Ingredients

Scale

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ ounces vodka
  • 1 ounce coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa)
  • 1 ounce butterscotch schnapps
  • 2 ounces heavy cream or half-and-half
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional Garnishes:
    • Whipped cream
    • Butterscotch syrup drizzle
    • Vanilla sugar (for rimming)
    • Crushed toffee or caramel candy

Instructions

Instructions

  1. Prepare the glass: Rim with vanilla sugar or drizzle butterscotch syrup along the inside edge. Chill the glass.
  2. Add ice: Fill the glass halfway with ice cubes or crushed ice.
  3. Mix the ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, coffee liqueur, butterscotch schnapps, and vanilla extract. Shake lightly.
  4. Pour the base: Strain the mixture into your prepared glass.
  5. Layer the cream: Slowly pour the cream over the back of a spoon to create a layered effect.
  6. Garnish: Top with whipped cream, drizzle with butterscotch syrup, and sprinkle crushed toffee if desired.
  7. Serve immediately: Enjoy with a straw or stirring spoon.

Notes

Notes

  • Substitute heavy cream with almond or oat milk for a lighter, dairy-free option.
  • Experiment with salted caramel or hazelnut schnapps for unique variations.
  • Best served fresh and ice-cold.