Caramel White Russian with Salted Caramel Vodka
Elevate your cocktail hour with this irresistible Caramel White Russian! A luxurious spin on the timeless classic that swaps ordinary vodka for salted caramel-infused bliss. Blending smooth Kahlúa, velvety cream, and a playful rim of caramel sauce dusted with sea salt, it’s shaken to chilled perfection and garnished for that ultimate sweet-salty decadence.
A typical white Russian cocktail is derived from a black Russian, the only difference is that milk or cream is added. But of course, we took it a step further today by using caramel vodka and coarse sea salt. It makes a rich classy beverage that is best enjoyed when you know you deserve something special. So go ahead and treat yourself and your loved one to this elegant beverage that is reminiscent of a cozy winter evening by the fire. Embrace the sweet side of life with our Salted Caramel White Russian today.
Whether you’re savoring a solo treat by the fireside or toasting with a loved one, this easy sipper delivers cozy indulgence in every sip, proving that sometimes, the best nights start with a little guilty pleasure.
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So as the fall and winter roll in, go ahead and sit next to the fire and enjoy a delicious Salted Caramel White Russian or two. You deserve to pamper yourself and your loved one with these elegant beverages. Loaded with that creamy caramel flavor and spiked with the vodka makes this White Russian is a welcome indulgence.
You don’t have to wait for the first frost to shake up this Caramel White Russian. Warm evenings or cool nights—this sweet-salty, coffee-laced dream is always a delicious escape.
With salted caramel vodka, velvety Kahlúa, and a silky pour of cream, it’s the classic White Russian turned downright irresistible. One sip and you’ll wonder why anyone ever settles for plain. Go ahead, treat yourself—you absolutely deserve this little bit of decadence. Cheers!
White Russian Cocktail Recipe with Salted Caramel Vodka
Ingredients
- 1 ounce Salted Caramel Flavored Vodka
- 1 ½ ounce Kahlua
- 2 ounces Cream, Milk or Half & Half
- ¾ cup ice
- Caramel Sauce, for garnish
- Coarse Sea Salt, for garnish
Equipment Needed:
- Cocktail Shaker
- Cocktail Glass
🥣 Recipe Tips
- Salt the rim like you mean it
Run a caramel-dipped orange wedge (or just a wet finger) around the glass rim, then roll it in a mix of coarse sea salt and a pinch of turbinado sugar. The salty-sweet crunch against the creamy cocktail is pure magic. - Use cold ingredients + shake, don’t stir
Keep your vodka, Kahlúa, and heavy cream in the fridge. Shake everything (except the final cream float) with ice for 10–12 seconds—shaking aerates the drink, giving it that luscious, frothy top that makes it feel extra-special. - Drizzle the glass first for show-stopping layers
Before pouring, drizzle the inside of the glass with warm caramel sauce. When you slowly pour the chilled cocktail over the back of a spoon, the caramel stays suspended in beautiful ribbons instead of sinking straight to the bottom.
Follow these, and your White Russian will look (and taste) like it came from a fancy cocktail bar—no effort required!
How to Make this Cocktail with Salted Caramel Vodka
Kick off your cocktail by filling a rocks glass with about ¾ cup of ice. Drizzle a generous spoonful of caramel sauce over the ice and swirl a little extra around the rim—because if you’re treating yourself to this decadently, you might as well go all in on that luscious caramel flavor
Grab a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz salted caramel vodka, 1 oz Kahlúa, and 1 oz heavy cream. Fill with ice, seal, and shake hard for 10–12 seconds until nicely chilled and frothy.
Strain over the caramel-drizzled ice. Finish with one more playful swirl of caramel sauce on top and a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt. That final sweet-salty kiss? It’s what makes this the absolute best White Russian you’ll ever sip.
With its silky layers of salted caramel vodka, rich Kahlúa, and cold cream, this Caramel White Russian is pure grown-up indulgence in a glass. One sip of that sweet-salty, coffee-kissed creaminess and you’ll understand why the Dude himself would approve of this upgrade. Keep the ingredients on hand all winter long, because once you try it, this cozy cocktail is destined to become your new favorite nightcap. Cheers!
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🥣 Recipe
Equipment
- Highball Cocktail Glass
Ingredients
- 1 oz Salted Caramel Flavored Vodka
- 1 ½ oz Kahlua
- 2 oz cream, milk or half n half
- ¾ cup ice
- caramel sauce for garnish
- coarse sea salt for garnish
Instructions
- Kick off your cocktail by filling a rocks glass with about ¾ cup of ice.
- Drizzle a generous spoonful of caramel sauce over the ice and swirl a little extra around the rim—because if you’re treating yourself to this decadently, you might as well go all in on that luscious caramel flavor
- Grab a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz salted caramel vodka, 1 oz Kahlúa, and 1 oz heavy cream. Fill with ice, seal, and shake hard for 10–12 seconds until nicely chilled and frothy.
- Strain over the caramel-drizzled ice. Finish with one more playful swirl of caramel sauce on top and a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt. That final sweet-salty kiss? It’s what makes this the absolute best White Russian you’ll ever sip.
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Pinned this one….. totally making this weekend, added the ingredients to my shopping list!
Thanks so much for the pin and hope you enjoy!
Sounds great! I love Kahlua and salted caramel vodka.
I usually drink the salted caramel vodka with apple cider …tastes good.
Both of those ideas sound delish! Thanks