To make a Black Russian cocktail, you’ll need two ingredients – Vodka and Kahlúa. To make a Black Russian, fill an old-fashioned glass with ice cubes and pour in 2 ounces of Vodka. Next, add one ounce of Kahlúa. Stir vigorously for a couple of seconds, but not violently to spill anything.
The Black Russian is a fairly boozy and dry drink, thus, if you want a beverage that is sweeter, add more Kahlúa and less Vodka. If you find it too dry, consider a White Russian, which adds Cream to soften the sharp Vodka edges and bitter Kahlúa aftertaste.
If you like your Coffee black, and your cocktails strong, the Black Russian is the drink for you!
Ingredients
2 ounces Vodka
1 ounce Kahlua (or coffee liqueur)
Directions
- Add Vodka and Kahlua to a rocks glass packed with ice
- Garnish with 3 Cherries on a cocktail sword.
- Stir & Serve
Notes
- kahlua in a rocks glass
Is it necessary to add Cherries to a Black Russian?
Absolutely, and you must always add 3 Cherries. Adding any more or less cherries will destroy the flavour of a Black Russian. I am just kidding of course. You do not need to add any Cherries to your Black Russian. If you are making a Black Russian for a customer or a friend, add the darn cherries.
Black Russians are boozy, strong and dry. By adding the Cherries, you’re offering a rewarding escape, as the Cherries bring a little bit of life and sweetness back to your taste buds. Plus, the cherries absorb the flavour of the Black Russian, and dang is it ever tasty!