Method
Build:
- Fill a rocks glass with ice. Big cubes if you have them.
- Pour in 2 oz vodka and 1 oz Kahlua.
- Float 1 oz of heavy cream on top by pouring slowly over the back of a bar spoon.
Serve:
- Either stir gently to mix the cream through, or leave it floating on top in a layered look. Both are correct, both photograph well.
Nutrition
Notes
Heavy cream gives a thicker, dessert-like texture. Half-and-half is lighter and lets the coffee come through more. Whole milk works in a pinch but the drink ends up thinner than it should be.
The Dude in The Big Lebowski drinks White Russians made with milk because it is what is in the fridge. That is also valid bartending.