Paul Kushner
Oreo White Russian is playful spin on the classic White Russian, this dessert-inspired cocktail adds crushed Oreos for a creamy, cookie-filled twist. It’s sweet, smooth, and ideal for cozy nights, dessert pairings, or any time you’re craving a nostalgic treat with an adult kick.
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Tasting Notes
The Oreo White Russian brings together rich coffee flavor, smooth creaminess, and the familiar taste of chocolate cookie. Vodka and coffee liqueur provide the classic backbone, while milk softens the intensity and adds body. Crushed Oreos blended into the drink create a subtle chocolate-cookie flavor throughout, while the Oreo-rimmed glass enhances each sip with texture and sweetness. This version of the White Russian leans more into dessert territory without becoming overly sweet. It’s creamy, cool, and comforting with just enough spirit to balance out the treat-like elements. A final Oreo garnish completes the experience.
Equipment and Glassware
To make the Oreo White Russian, you’ll need a cocktail shaker for blending and chilling the drink, especially to break up the Oreos slightly into the mix. A jigger helps with measuring ingredients precisely. Use a plate or shallow dish for honey and another for the crushed Oreos to prepare the rim. A fine mesh strainer helps remove larger cookie bits when pouring. A rocks glass or double old-fashioned glass works best for this drink, as it offers plenty of room for ice and garnish. A straw can be useful if you prefer to avoid sipping through cookie crumbs.
Ingredients
- 0.25 oz honey (for rimming)
- 0.5 oz crushed Oreos (plus extra for rimming)
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 1.5 oz coffee liqueur
- 3 oz milk
- Oreo cookie, for garnish
Instructions
- Pour the honey onto a small plate and spread crushed Oreos onto a second plate. Dip the rim of a rocks glass into the honey, then into the crushed Oreos to coat.
- Fill the glass with ice and set aside.
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine vodka, coffee liqueur, crushed Oreos, and milk.
- Shake for about 15 seconds, allowing the flavors to mix and the Oreos to lightly break down.
- Strain into the prepared glass and garnish with an Oreo cookie.
Pro Tips
- Use whole milk or half-and-half for a richer texture.
- Double strain if you want a smoother drink with fewer cookie bits.
- Shake longer for a more blended texture if preferred.
- Don’t overfill the glass leave room for the garnish and rim.
- Chill your glass beforehand to keep the drink colder longer.
- Use a wide-mouth glass to show off the rim and float the garnish.
- For added flavor, infuse the vodka with vanilla a few hours ahead.
When to Serve
The Oreo White Russian is ideal as a dessert drink or after-dinner cocktail. It fits perfectly into cozy gatherings, late-night conversations, or small parties where something sweet and easygoing is appreciated. Serve it at holiday events, winter evenings, or casual weekends in. This drink also makes a fun addition to themed nights especially anything involving cookies, movies, or nostalgia. With its creamy texture and familiar flavor, it’s a hit among guests looking for something both comforting and cocktail-worthy.
Which Liquor Brands to Choose
Vodka:
- Tito’s Handmade Vodka
- Absolut
- Ketel One
Coffee Liqueur:
- Kahlúa
- Mr. Black
- Tia Maria
Similar Cocktails
- Strawberry Vanilla Fizz
- Kiwi Pineapple Caipiroska
- Salted Caramel Mudslide
- Sugar Snap Martini
- Citrus Vodka Crush
Equipment
- Small plate
Ingredients
- 0.25 oz honey for rimming
- 0.5 oz crushed Oreos plus extra for rimming
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 1.5 oz coffee liqueur
- 3 oz milk
- Oreo cookie for garnish
Instructions
- Pour the honey onto a small plate and spread crushed Oreos onto a second plate. Dip the rim of a rocks glass into the honey, then into the crushed Oreos to coat.
- Fill the glass with ice and set aside.
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine vodka, coffee liqueur, 0.5 oz crushed Oreos, and milk.
- Shake for about 15 seconds, allowing the flavors to mix and the Oreos to lightly break down.
- Strain into the prepared glass and garnish with an Oreo cookie.
Notes
Pro Tips
- For a stronger Oreo flavor, steep extra crushed cookies in the milk before mixing.
- Swap regular milk with half & half for a richer texture.
- For a smoother finish, use a fine mesh strainer when pouring to catch larger cookie bits.
