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Gingerbread White Russian Recipe

Sweet, spicy, and creamy! These gingerbread cocktails are perfectly festive for brunch or to sip on to ring in the holiday season.

4.8 from 147 votes
15 mins
Total Time
1
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Gingerbread White Russian

How to Make the Best Gingerbread White Russian

There’s nothing quite like a festive gingerbread white russian to bring holiday cheer to your holiday gatherings. This creamy, spiced cocktail combines the classic white russian with warm gingerbread flavors, creating the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and smooth that’s ideal for holiday brunches or festive celebrations.

The secret to this cocktail is the homemade gingerbread syrup, which brings together molasses, ginger, and cinnamon in a rich, aromatic blend that transforms a traditional white russian. The syrup is incredibly easy to prepare and keeps well in the refrigerator, making it perfect for batch cocktails when entertaining guests.

Simply shake the vodka, kahlúa, gingerbread syrup, and milk with ice, pour over fresh ice, and garnish with your choice of festive toppings. Whether you’re sipping it at a holiday party or enjoying a cozy night at home, this gingerbread white russian delivers café-quality flavor with the warmth of the season.

Gingerbread White Russian

Gingerbread White Russian

Sweet, spicy, and creamy! These gingerbread cocktails are perfectly festive for brunch or to sip on to ring in the holiday season.

4.8 from 147 votes
CourseCocktail
CuisineAmerican
Keywordcreamy cocktails, gingerbread cocktails, gingerbread white russian, holiday cocktails, white russian
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time0 mins
Total Time15 mins
Servings1 drink
Calories503kcal
AuthorChristina Hill
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Ingredients

Gingerbread Syrup

Gingerbread White Russian

Instructions

Gingerbread Syrup

  1. In a medium-size saucepan, combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, water, molasses, ginger, cinnamon, and vanilla over medium heat, stirring until combined.
  2. Bring to a slow boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes—stirring occasionally.
  3. Let cool. Stir before using.

Gingerbread White Russian

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, kahlúa, gingerbread syrup, and whole milk over ice.
  2. Cover and shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds.
  3. Pour the cocktail over fresh ice in a rocks glass.
  4. *Optional:* Garnish with gingerbread cookies or crushed gingersnap rim, cinnamon sticks, or freshly grated nutmeg.

Notes

  • The gingerbread syrup can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute the whole milk with oat milk or coconut cream.
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