Irish Russian
A robust variation of the Black Russian that incorporates the velvety texture of Irish stout. This cocktail blends the kick of vodka and the sweetness of coffee liqueur with a splash of cola, all topped with creamy Guinness. Served neat in a highball glass, it offers a complex, dark flavor profile perfect for stout lovers.
What it tastes like
The aroma is dominated by roasted coffee and dark malt. The palate features a heavy, creamy texture with notes of cocoa and toasted grain. It concludes with a dry, slightly bitter finish from the stout.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Vodka1.5 oz
- Kahlúa1.5 oz
- Coca-Cola1 dash
- Guinness Stout8 oz
Preparation
- 1
Prepare a clean highball glass. Do not add ice.
- 2
Pour the vodka into the glass.
- 3
Add the Kahlúa.
- 4
Add a single dash of Coca-Cola.
- 5
Slowly pour the Guinness stout to fill the glass, taking care to minimize foam build-up.
- 6
Serve immediately.
Substitutions
- VodkaIrish Whiskey — This swap adds oak and honey notes that complement the stout's maltiness.
- KahlúaTia Maria — Tia Maria provides a drier coffee profile with more pronounced vanilla undertones.
- Coca-ColaDemerara Syrup — This maintains the sweetness without the specific spice and caramel notes found in the soda.
- Guinness StoutNitro Cold Brew — Using nitro coffee removes the alcohol from the topper and yields a much more intense caffeine profile.
Variations
Black Irish
Replace the vodka with Irish whiskey and add a float of heavy cream for a thicker, richer mouthfeel.
Mocha Russian
Stir in a small amount of chocolate syrup before adding the stout to emphasize the cocoa notes in the beer.