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This quick and easy Coffee White Russian recipe uses cold brew, coconut rum and Kahlua to give it an out-of-this-world flavor!

Perfect for brunch and ready in just minutes, this tasty rum cocktail is a caffeinated twist on a classic!

A Coffee White Russian cocktail in a glass with a skewer with donut holes surrounded by donuts on the table.

This Cold Brew White Russian recipe was inspired by a challenge I was given by a fellow blogger many years ago. I created this drink to pair perfectly with donuts.

And nothing goes better with donuts than coffee! Perfect for brunch or any breakfast celebration, this easy rum drink is delish!

Why This Recipe Works

A White Russian is a classic cocktail recipe that we know is delicious. So I swapped out a few simple ingredients to make a sweet, coffee twist.

Instead of vodka, I used coconut rum instead. It adds another layer of flavor that goes great with the coffee and also the heavy cream.

Store-bought cold brew keeps the prep time down making this a tasty quick and easy drink.

It takes just minutes to put this drink together and it’s just as easy to make one as it is for a crowd.

This White Russian with coffee recipe is refreshing and the perfect counterpoint to the sugar donut. The coconut rum smooths out the acidity of the coffee and the touch of agave makes it super easy to drink. 

Serve this for any breakfast or brunch. And absolutely always serve it with donuts! I mean, you don’t really have to, but why wouldn’t you!?

Ingredients

Ingredients to make a White Russian with Coffee on the table.

Full quantities are available in the printable recipe card at the end of the post.

You can use another coffee-flavored liqueur if you don’t have Kahlua.

Instructions

Woman measuring cold brew coffee in a cocktail jigger.

Add the cold brew coffee to your cocktail shaker.

Woman measuring coconut rum in a cocktail jigger.

Then add the coconut rum, Kahlua, heavy cream, agave, and cinnamon.

Woman adding ice to a cocktail shaker.

Add the ice. Shake it vigorously.

Woman pouring a Cold Brew White Russian over ice in a cocktail glass.

Strain over fresh ice in a short cocktail glass. 

Overhead view of donuts and Coffee White Russians on a table.

Finish with a skewer with donut holes. Duh. 

Top Tips

  • If you don’t have coconut rum, you can use regular rum. Or Vodka. Either will be delicious.
  • You can make your own coffee for this cocktail. Just make it extra strong. Spiced Coffee Grounds would be extra delicious!
  • Adding sweetner to cocktails is a great way to balance all the flavors. If you find that it is too sweet for you, just leave it out or use less. I’m not a fan of sweet drinks but sometimes it can make all the difference.
  • Make it blended by adding this recipe and ice to a high speed blender!
Donuts and a coffee cocktail

This Coffee White Russian makes is easy to make, quick to throw together and perfect for sharing with friends!

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A Coffee White Russian in a short cocktail glass with a skewer holding two donut holes.

Coffee White Russian

This Coffee White Russian is the perfect brunch cocktail idea. With coconut rum and cold brew, this yummy recipe is ready in just minutes!
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Course: cocktails
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Calories: 297kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • To a cocktail shaker add the cold brew coffee, Kahlua, coconut rum, heavy cream, cinnamon and agave.
  • Add ice.
  • Shake well.
  • Strain over fresh ice in a low ball glass.
  • Top with skewered donut holes (optional)

Notes

  • If you don’t have coconut rum, you can use regular rum. Or Vodka. Either will be delicious.
  • You can make your own coffee for this cocktail. Just make it extra strong. Spiced Coffee Grounds would be extra delicious!
  • Adding sweetener to cocktails is a great way to balance all the flavors. If you find that it is too sweet for you, just leave it out or use less. I’m not a fan of sweet drinks but sometimes it can make all the difference.
  • Make it blended by adding this recipe and ice to a high-speed blender!

Nutrition

Serving: 1drink | Calories: 297kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 59mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 423IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg
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