Cocktails
Black Russian
Black Russian is an alcoholic cocktail built on Coffee Liqueur. It leans coffee, roasted and sweet. Built and served in a Old-Fashioned Glass.
Nutrition information is not yet available for this drink.
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How hard is it to make?
Why: 2 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon
Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.
Ingredients
- 2.0 ozVodkaBase Spirit
- 4.0 ozCoffee liqueurLiqueur Modifier
How to Make It
- Pour into ice-filled old-fashioned glass and stir.Stirred
How to Serve
- Glass
- Old-Fashioned Glass
- Temperature
- Chilled
- Ice
- Ice
- Method
- Stirred
Taste profile
Primary flavours
Supporting notes
Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.
Estimated sensory profile
When to serve
- DessertSuggested from its coffee and vanilla notes, pairing with desserts pairing.
- After DinnerSuggested from its coffee notes.
Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.
Food pairings
Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.
Diet & lifestyle
Compatible, based on the listed ingredients
May be limited
Not compatible
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Reviewed ingredient substitutions
Vodka2.0 oz
Coffee Liqueur4.0 oz
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Frequently asked questions
- What is a Black Russian?
- The Black Russian is a cocktail made with 2 ingredients, traditionally served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. It is a non-alcoholic drink.
- What does a Black Russian taste like?
- Black Russian has a flavour profile featuring Coffee, Roasted, Sweet, Vanilla. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
- What food goes well with a Black Russian?
- Black Russian pairs well with Desserts, Chocolate, Coffee Desserts. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
- How strong is a Black Russian?
- The strength of Black Russian depends on the exact measures and spirits used. Check the individual ingredient quantities in the recipe above for a precise estimate.
- When is a Black Russian typically served?
- Black Russian is often suggested for After Dinner, Dessert, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
- What drinks are similar to a Black Russian?
- If you enjoy Black Russian, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
- Can I make a Black Russian at home?
- Yes. The Black Russian uses 2 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Old-Fashioned Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
- What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
- Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
- How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?
- Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Black Russian with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.