Uncle Eddy's White Russian
The perfect holiday twist on the classic White Russian, almost like an eggnog white Russian - Uncle Eddy approved!
Servings: 1 drink
Calories: 373kcal
Ingredients
Russian
- 2 ounces (1/4 cup) vodka
- 1/2 ounce (1 tablespoon) bourbon or rum
- 2 ounces (1/4 cup) Kahlua
- 1-2 ounces (2-4 tablespoons) cinnamon syrup (directions below)
- 1-2 ounces (2-4 tablespoons) cream, or half and half
- star anise, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1. To make the cinnamon syrup. In a pot, combine 1/2 cup water, the honey, and cinnamon. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Simmer 5 minutes, then remove from the heat. Stir in the nutmeg. Let cool. Keep in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.2. To make the white Russian. Fill a glass with ice. Add the vodka, bourbon/rum, Kahlua, and cinnamon syrup. Stir. Add the heavy cream and stir to combine. Garnish with cinnamon, nutmeg, and star anise, if desired. 3. To Make A Mocktail: Fill your glass with ice. Add 2 shots of espresso (about 2 ounces), and 1-2 ounces of the cinnamon syrup. Stir. Add the cream and stir again to combine. Garnish with cinnamon, nutmeg, and star anise, if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 373kcal
