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I adore a white russian cocktail.
They are so delicious and decadent, and for some reason, they’re something I only want this time of year.
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I also love how simply they come together. All you need is vodka, coffee liqueur, and heavy cream. Three ingredients, so much yummy flavor.
It’s like the best of all worlds: boozy, creamy, sweet coffee. Sign me up!
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Instead of keeping things classic (when do I ever?), I’m switching things up just a touch with these Amaretto Orange White Russians! All the flavors you love about the classic with a few warm additions. T’is the season, after all!
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This is the type of drink I envision sipping on while finishing up the Christmas decorating, listening to holiday music, and with a fire going in the fire place.
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Despite being a cold cocktail, there’s something COZY about a white russian. And this amaretto orange version takes the coziness factor up a notch or two. And not just from the vodka, which makes everyone warm and cozy on the inside, right?
Let me walk you through making one of these babies.
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Ingredients You Need to Make Amaretto Orange White Russians:
- Orange rind – I like to start these cocktails by muddling a couple fresh orange rind pieces in a cocktail shaker to really impart the fresh orange oils to the drink. This step adds so much flavor!
- Amaretto liqueur – my favorite brand is Disaronno. The amaretto works wonderfully with both the orange and coffee flavors. It adds a rich, nutty warmth and sweetness to the cocktail.
- Coffee liqueur – my favorite brand is Kahlua. A classic and necessary ingredient in any white russian.
- Angostura (orange) bitters or a squeeze of fresh orange juice – these reinforce the fresh orange flavor from the muddled rind. If you can’t find bitters, just squeeze a tiny bit of fresh orange juice into the mix.
- Vodka – a clean and light spirit that stays neutral in flavor – which is important to allow the other flavors of amaretto, orange, and coffee to shine.
- Ice – this cocktail is always served over ice, so make sure you have plenty of ice to both mix the cocktail up and for serving in the glasses.
- Heavy cream – the classic float of heavy cream on top of a white russian is necessary. This adds decadence and creaminess – and a little drama!
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How to Make Amaretto Orange White Russians:
- Muddle your orange peel – start by gently pressing on a few orange peels in a cocktail shaker. Next, add ice to the shaker.
- Add the other ingredients – add the amaretto and coffee liqueurs, bitters, and vodka to the shaker with the orange peels.
- Shake it up – Stir or vigorously shake to thoroughly combine and chill the ingredients.
- Taste the mixture – I am a firm believer that most cocktails are a “to taste” situation. Before serving, taste your cocktail mix and see if it is sweet enough, has enough coffee or amaretto flavor, and adjust as needed.
- Strain into serving glasses – strain the mixture into rocks glasses filled with ice.
- Add a heavy cream float on top – float a few tablespoons of heavy cream on top of the ice, garnish with an additional orange peel. Stir to incorporate the cream just before serving.
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Other Cocktails You May Enjoy:
- If you’re still in the mood for a white russian, try these Root Beer White Russians! A whimsy take on the classic with some nostalgic flavor mixed in.
- These Pistachio Espresso Martinis are an excellent drink that feature similar ingredients in the way of vodka and coffee AND they have a nuttiness much like this amaretto cocktail.
- If you want to take your coffee cocktails to a heartier place, I suggest this Espresso Bourbon Fizz. Warm and deep in flavor with a fizziness that balances it out a bit.
- If cozy coffee is your thing, check out these Spiced Chocolate Espresso Martinis with Cinnamon Whipped Cream! Dessert and cocktail in one decadent glass.
- If the flavor of amaretto is your thing, I highly suggest these Amaretto Margaritas (with homemade sweet-and-sour mix). The amaretto sweetens up and rounds out a classic margarita by adding some of that warm nutty flavor. You’ll be so surprised at how well the flavors work together.
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If you’re looking for an easy, no-fuss, delicious, and decadent cocktail with a twist, these Amaretto Orange White Russians are for you.
They’re classic with a touch of warmth and nuttiness, and to me, that screams holiday season.
Cheers, friends!
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Amaretto Orange White Russians
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 cocktails (easily multiplied) 1x
Description
These Amaretto Orange White Russians are a fun twist on a classic cocktail. Fresh orange and amaretto liqueur add warmth and sweet nuttiness to these cocktails. These are a true crowd pleaser!
Ingredients
- 2 (2-inch) orange peels
- 2 oz coffee liqueur (recommended: Kahlua)
- 1.5 oz amaretto liqueur (recommended: Disaronno)
- 2 dashes of angostura bitters (or any orange bitters)
- 3 oz vodka
- 2 oz heavy cream
- Orange peels
- Ice
Instructions
- Add the pieces of orange peel to a cocktail shaker. Use a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon to gently smash the orange rind until it is fragrant.
- Fill the shaker with ice and add the kahlua, amaretto, bitters, and vodka. Shake vigorously for a few seconds to mix well and chill the ingredients. At this point, I like to taste the mixture and add additional kahlua or bitters (I strongly believe that cocktails should be a “to taste” situation).
- Strain the mixture between two rocks glasses filled with ice.
- Drizzle the heavy cream into each glass, dividing it evenly. Stir to combine the ingredients and serve immediately, garnished with additional orange peels.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: cocktails
Keywords: amaretto orange white russians, how to make a white russian, amaretto white russians, white russians with amaretto and orange
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