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Black Russian

Black Russian is a coffee, strong and spiced cocktail made with Liqueur and Whiskey, with simple flavor complexity.

Ingredients

  • 40 ml rye whiskey (for the spicy rye notes)
  • 40 ml coffee liqueur
  • Coffee bean
  • Ice

Method

  1. In a mixing glass, stir the ingredients for 20 to 30 seconds.
  2. Don't skip the timing: it gets the drink to the right temperature and controlled dilution, so it's neither too strong nor watery.
  3. Single strain into a rocks glass with ice.

FAQ

What is in a Black Russian?

A Black Russian is made with 40 ml rye whiskey (for the spicy rye notes), 40 ml coffee liqueur, Coffee bean and Ice.

Is a Black Russian strong?

A Black Russian is spirit-forward: little mixer, and the alcohol shows.

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