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Black Russian

Created in Brussels in 1949. Just two ingredients — vodka and coffee liqueur over ice. Rich, sweet, and dessert-like. The simplest 'real' cocktail there is. The White Russian (with cream) is its more famous cousin.

Prep2 minutes
Cook0 minutes
Serves1 cocktail

Ingredients

  • 2 oz vodka
  • 1 oz coffee liqueur (Kahlua)
  • Large ice cube

Instructions

  1. 1. Fill a rocks glass with a large ice cube.
  2. 2. Add vodka and coffee liqueur.
  3. 3. Stir gently for 5 seconds.
  4. 4. Serve neat — no garnish needed.
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