| ABV | Technique | Glass | 용량 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30.0% | BUILD | ROCKS | 80ml |
What is Black Russian?
The Black Russian is a simple cocktail made with vodka and coffee liqueur, with an ABV of approximately 30%.
Born in 1949 in Brussels, Belgium, it delivers deep coffee flavor with just two ingredients.
Characterized by its sweet yet robust taste, it's recommended for coffee lovers or those seeking an after-dinner dessert cocktail.
Black Russian ABV
The Black Russian has an ABV of approximately 30%, placing it in the higher range for cocktails.
Vodka (40%) at 50ml and coffee liqueur (20%) at 20ml built over ice, with slight dilution, creates roughly 30% alcohol content.
Similar to a Manhattan (28%), much stronger than a White Russian with cream (around 20%). The sweet taste masks the strong alcohol.
Black Russian Ingredients
- 50ml - Vodka
- 20ml - Coffee Liqueur
Black Russian Recipe
- Fill an Old Fashioned glass with ice.
- Pour in 50ml vodka and 20ml coffee liqueur in order.
- Stir gently to finish.
For a twist, add a layer of cream to transform it into a White Russian.
Black Russian Taste
The Black Russian opens with Kahlúa's sweet coffee aroma hitting the palate intensely.
Vodka's clean alcohol presence then melds with coffee's slight bitterness, creating a sweet yet dry balance. A robust espresso-like finish lingers.
Perfect as an after-dinner dessert cocktail, recommended for coffee enthusiasts or those who enjoy sweet yet strong cocktails.
Black Russian History
The Black Russian was born in 1949 at Hotel Metropole in Brussels, Belgium. Bartender Gustave Tops created it for Perle Mesta, then U.S. Ambassador to Luxembourg.
Created during the Cold War, "Russian" symbolizes vodka while "Black" represents the coffee liqueur's color.
The White Russian with added cream emerged in the 1960s, gaining fame when featured in "The Big Lebowski" (1998). The Black Russian remains beloved as its original prototype.
