The Mint Chocolate Chip White Russian

A minty, creamy twist on the classic White Russian rich coffee liqueur, vodka, and crème de menthe topped with heavy cream for a dessert-worthy drink that’s smooth, cool, and beautifully marbled.

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 0 minutes
Total time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 cocktail

Ingredients

For the Rim: Chocolate syrup Mini chocolate chips or shaved chocolate For the Cocktail: 1.5 oz vodka 1 oz coffee liqueur (Kahlúa) 1 oz green crème de menthe 1.5 oz heavy cream or half-and-half Ice cubes For Garnish: Fresh mint sprig Shaved chocolate (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Rim: Drizzle chocolate syrup around the rim of a rocks glass and dip into mini chocolate chips or shaved chocolate.
Step 2: Mix the Base: Fill the glass with ice and add vodka and coffee liqueur.
Step 3: Add the Mint Flavor: Pour in the crème de menthe for a minty touch and beautiful green color.
Step 4: Add the Cream: Slowly pour heavy cream over the back of a spoon for that perfect layered swirl.
Step 5: Finish and Serve: Gently stir once or twice, garnish with mint and chocolate, and serve chilled.

Notes

Use cold cream for perfect layers. Chill your glass before serving. Substitute peppermint schnapps if you don’t have crème de menthe. For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream or oat milk creamer.

Nutrition

Calories: 290
Fat: 12g
Saturated fat: 7g
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 22mg
Protein: 2g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 0g