Blind Russian
A decadent and creamy variation of the classic White Russian. This dessert-style cocktail layers the rich flavors of Irish cream, chocolate liqueur, and coffee liqueur with a hint of sweet butterscotch, all smoothed out with milk for a velvety finish.
What it tastes like
The aroma is dominated by roasted coffee and dairy cream. On the palate, the drink is heavy and dessert-like, tasting of milk chocolate and buttery caramel. The mouthfeel is thick and viscous from the whole milk and liqueur base. It finishes with a lingering coating of sugar and a mild warmth from the Irish cream.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Baileys Irish Cream0.75 oz
- Godiva Chocolate Liqueur0.75 oz
- Kahlúa0.75 oz
- Butterscotch Schnapps0.5 oz
- Whole Milk4 oz
Preparation
- 1
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- 2
Add the Baileys, Godiva liqueur, Kahlúa, Butterscotch schnapps, and milk to the shaker.
- 3
Shake vigorously until the mixture is well-chilled and frothy.
- 4
Strain into a Collins glass filled with fresh ice.
Substitutions
- Whole MilkOat Milk — This provides a slightly nuttier undertone and a lighter body compared to dairy.
- Godiva Chocolate LiqueurDark Crème de Cacao — The drink becomes thinner but gains a more intense, dark cocoa flavor.
- KahlúaCold Brew Concentrate — This reduces the total sugar content while significantly increasing the coffee bitterness.
- Butterscotch SchnappsCaramel Syrup — A syrup replacement removes the synthetic alcohol bite and yields a cleaner sugar profile.
Variations
Heavy Russian
Replace the whole milk with heavy cream for a much denser, more indulgent texture.
Spiked Blind Russian
Add one ounce of vodka to increase the alcohol content without altering the dominant chocolate and coffee flavors.