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gingerbread white russian

Gingerbread White Russian: Your Cozy Holiday Indulgence

This Gingerbread White Russian cocktail combines vodka, coffee liqueur, and gingerbread syrup, perfect for a cozy holiday drink.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Cocktail
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Gingerbread Syrup
  • 1 cup water Use filtered water for best taste.
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup Maple syrup adds a delightful woodsy flavor.
  • 1/4 cup molasses Light molasses can be used for a milder flavor.
  • Fresh pieces ginger Generously sliced; dried ginger can be used in a pinch.
  • 3 sticks cinnamon sticks Infuses the syrup with a warm aroma.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure for the best flavor enhancement.
Cocktail
  • 2 ounces vodka Provides the clean heat base.
  • 1 ounce Kahlúa or other coffee liqueur Adds depth and roasted flavor.
  • 1 ounce gingerbread syrup Adjust to taste.
  • 1 ounce heavy cream Substitute with oat milk or coconut cream for dairy-free.
Garnish

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • rocks glass
  • Fine Mesh Sieve

Method
 

Make the Gingerbread Syrup
  1. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 1/2 cup honey (or maple syrup), 1/4 cup molasses, fresh ginger, and 3 cinnamon sticks. Boil and stir until honey dissolves.
  2. Allow it to boil for 3-5 minutes until thickened, filling your kitchen with a warm aroma.
  3. Remove from heat, stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and allow to cool. Strain the syrup into a clean container.
Prepare the Glass
  1. Dip the rim of a chilled rocks glass into the gingerbread syrup, then coat with cinnamon and sugar mixture.
Assemble the Cocktail
  1. Fill the prepared glass with ice. Pour in 2 ounces vodka, 1 ounce Kahlúa, and 1 ounce gingerbread syrup. Stir gently.
Add Cream
  1. Pour 1 ounce of heavy cream over the back of a spoon to create a layered effect.
Garnish and Serve
  1. Garnish with mini gingerbread cookies and dust with freshly grated cinnamon or nutmeg. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 1gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 50mg

Notes

Store leftover syrup in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Use frozen syrup cubes for easy cocktails anytime.

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