Thin Mint White Russian Recipe (2024)

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Want an easy twist on a classic 3 ingredient drink? Look no further than this Thin Mint White Russian Recipe. So flavorful, delicious and fun!

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If you want a fund and delicious drink that is completely foolproof then you need to make some of these Thin Mint White Russians.

Containing only creme de menthe, kahlua and cream, it is super simple to mix. Also one of our favorite holiday theme drinks that we love serving!

We usually reserve these Thin Mint White Russians for the holidays because of the flavor, but they are good all year long and they taste almost like your favorite Girl Scout cookies!

We love fun and flavorful drinks around here, favorites include this Hot Buttered Rum, Creamy Root Beer Rum Cocktail as well as these Espresso Martinis!

All of these drinks are perfect for this time of year but also work all year round as well. I don’t really say that any drink is time specific because I mean you can love something and have it whenever.

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WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:

  • With only three ingredients, this recipe is super easy to whip up.
  • You can add more or less liquor of each to get your right flavor profile.
  • You can leave it unstirred or stir it up so everything is blended nicely for you.

This Thin Mint White Russian Recipe is one of the easiest drink recipes you will come by, and one of the tastiest as well. You honestly can’t go wrong with this one!

HOW TO MAKE A WHITE RUSSIAN, STEP BY STEP:

  1. Prepare your glass, fill halfway with ice (we froze coffee in an ice cube tray)
  2. Add Kahlua, creme de menthe, and heavy whipping cream.
  3. Sprinkle cocoa powder on top. Stir lightly to combine.
  4. Garnish with a mint leaf if desired.

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WHAT IS KAHLUA?

Kahlua is a coffee flavored liqueur that is used in drinks such as these. Other coffee flavored liquors that you could use include Tia Maria or even Bailey’s if needed.

We like Kaluha for this recipe because it adds just the right amount of sweetness that we love in a typical Whit Russian.

You can also serve this drink a lot of different ways. I have seen people serve there White Russian Recipe with scoop some ice cream in it to give it it a little more depth of flavor and substance.

That would be totally something I would do but I would use some coffee flavored ice cream or in this case maybe some mint chip if I were to do that, it would be absolutely delicious.

WHAT IS IN A CLASSIC WHITE RUSSIAN?

The only difference between this Thin Mint White Russian Recipe and a Classic White Russian is that we swap out the vodka in the classic and use creme de menthe instead.

Both are equally delicious and you can absolutely choose which one you’d like to make!

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TIPS AND TRICKS:

  • You can substitute the heavy cream with milk or half and half as well. It still should provide a richness that this recipe needs.
  • You can up the amount of alcohol in the recipe to compensate on how strong of flavors you’d like.
  • You can serve this stirred or unstirred, we serve both ways its more of a personal preference.
  • The ways to get it layered is too actually pour your cream over the top of a spoon and it will give that layering effect.
  • Freeze some coffee in ice cube trays and use that as your ice so it doesn’t get watered down!

This Thin Mint White Russian is such fun holiday recipe that you can serve to your guests other ways you can garnish it include:

  • Peppermint stick
  • Chocolate shavings
  • Thin mint cookie on side of glass
  • Crushed up peppermint candy on top
  • Andes mint candy on side of glass

Those are just a few suggestions that we have tried ini the past, but you can make it look however you want it too!

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If you are looking for a simple and delicious cocktail recipe for the holidays that is fun to sip on then you should whip up this Thin Mint White Russian Recipe!

If you like this recipe you might also like:

  • Eggnog Hot Chocolate
  • Horchata
  • Homemade Egg Nog

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Thin Mint White Russian Recipe

Want an easy twist on a classic 3 ingredient drink? Look no further than this Thin Mint White Russian Recipe. So flavorful, delicious and fun!

5 from 1 vote

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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

Servings: 1

Calories: 455kcal

Author: Tornadough Alli

Ingredients

  • 1 oz Kahlua
  • 2 oz Creme de Menthe
  • 1.5 oz heavy whipping cream
  • ½ tsp cocoa powder

Instructions

  • Prepare your glass by filling fill halfway with ice.

  • Add Kahlua, creme de menthe, and heavy whipping cream.

  • Sprinkle cocoa powder on top. Stir lightly to combine.

  • Garnish with a mint leaf or other garnishes if desired.

Notes

  1. You can substitute the heavy cream with milk or half and half as well. It still should provide a richness that this recipe needs.
  2. You can up the amount of alcohol in the recipe to compensate on how strong of flavors you’d like.
  3. You can serve this stirred or unstirred, we serve both ways its more of a personal preference.
  4. The ways to get it layered is too actually pour your cream over the top of a spoon and it will give that layering effect.
  5. Freeze some coffee in ice cube trays and use that as your ice so it doesn't get watered down!

Nutrition

Calories: 455kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 21mg | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 625IU | Calcium: 28mg

Tornadough Alli is not a nutritionist or dietitian, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and nutritional value is important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories and values can vary depending on which brands were used.

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  1. Allan

    Thin Mint White Russian Recipe (7)
    I used brewed coffee instead of coffee liquor because I only had creme de menthe on hand, but it was still pretty good! Will make again.

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FAQs

Which ingredient changes a black Russian to a White Russian? ›

The traditional cocktail known as a black Russian, which first appeared in 1949, becomes a white Russian with the addition of cream. Neither drink has any known Russian origin, but both are so-named due to vodka being the primary ingredient.

Why do White Russians taste so good? ›

The coffee liqueur, half and half, and vodka mixture makes a White Russian taste like a creamy, boozy, adult chocolate mocha.

What other drink is like a White Russian? ›

The Colorado Bulldog is a popular mixed drink that's very similar to a White Russian. Though it's unknown how it got its name or who first created it, this simple fizzy cocktail is very tasty.

What is a substitute for cream in a White Russian? ›

Substitutions and Adaptations

How to make a vegan White Russian: Swap out the cream for coconut milk. Or try a nut milk like almond or cashew. Kahlua substitutes: Try swapping out the coffee liqueur with crème de cacao or amaretto.

What drinks are the difference between White Russian and Black Russian? ›

And you can probably guess from name alone what the difference is. A White Russian is swirled with heavy cream, while a Black Russian...isn't. It is simply coffee liqueur and vodka, no white in sight, making it less like a dessert and more like an alcoholic wake-me-up.

Should you stir a White Russian? ›

Should I mix my White Russian? Not if you're after that traditional look and feel, but we recommend you stir it before drinking, to bring those flavors and colors to life (as heavier ingredients tend to fall to the bottom).

Can you use rum in a White Russian instead of vodka? ›

You've undoubtedly heard of the White Russian Cocktail, but have you ever tried making it with rum? This simple recipe just swaps out the vodka for some rum. Blending in a bit of spice from the rum adds a more flavorful variant that you're sure to love! Give this one a try and you might just prefer it to the original.

What is the best vodka for a White Russian? ›

The key is to use something you like the flavor of. Fortunately, you can find good vodka at every price point. The best quality vodkas for the price are Grey Goose and Belvedere. For a budget-friendly vodka, I recommend using Tito's.

What is in a Charlie Sheen shot? ›

The Charlie Sheen Shot Recipe: Jagermeister, Feckin' Irish Whiskey, Bacardi 151, Peppermint Schnapps, (splash of sour mix, sprite, and pineapple) shaken and. throw grenadine in like a pineapple upsidedown cake.

What is a good Irish shot? ›

Combine Irish whiskey and Baileys Irish Cream in equal parts into a shot glass. Add the Baileys first, then slowly add whiskey to create a layered effect in the glass. When ready to serve, drop the shot glass into a half-full glass of Guinness. You can also choose a gluten-free beer if needed.

How many beers is equal to 8 shots? ›

One Beer Usually Equals One Shot Of Liquor

Liquor tends to have a much higher ABV (usually around 40%) than beer (usually around 5%), which is why taking a sip of beer is much easier than taking a sip of straight vodka.

Can you make White Russian without Kahlúa? ›

Unfortunately, White Russians aren't a drink that you can make as a mocktail (a cocktail without alcohol). You would be eliminating the vodka, but you would also have to leave out the Kahlúa. If you're not able to consume alcohol but crave the flavor of a White Russian, opt for a frozen coffee drink instead.

What does the dude call a White Russian? ›

Sometimes they're referred to as “White Russians,” other times, jokingly, “Caucasians.” Usually they're made with cream, but occasionally, in a pinch, powdered non-dairy creamer. Nevertheless, “The Dude abides” — even when he drinks the one with the mickey slipped in. Read reviews!

What is in a Mudslide? ›

The Mudslide—a combination of vodka, coffee liqueur, Irish cream, and heavy cream—is the quintessential boozy milkshake. Sweet, creamy, and rich, its popularity harkens back to a time when we took our cocktail cues from the laminated menus of chain restaurants.

What is a White Russian made of? ›

The White Russian is a decadent and surprisingly easy-to-make cocktail. Combining vodka, Kahlúa and cream and serving the crowd-pleasing drink on the rocks creates a delicious alternative to adult milkshakes.

What happened to the White Russians? ›

By the end of 1920, the White Russians were losing. The Red Army pushed them out of Russia into Siberia. As the civil war continued in the Far East, the Red Army broke their agreement with the Black Russians. They began killing anarchists and anarchist sympathizers throughout Russia.

What is considered a White Russian? ›

In the 18th and 19th centuries, the term “White Russian” described ethnic Russians living in the area between Russia and Poland (today this includes Lithuania, Ukraine, Belarus, Latvia and Moldova).

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