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    Gingerbread White Russian

    Published: Jan 10, 2021 · Modified: Oct 27, 2021 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 26 Comments

    This Gingerbread White Russian cocktail is the perfect blend of spice, cream, and alcohol that will quickly become a holiday favorite. This cocktail has a homemade gingerbread syrup that is easy to make and can be used for many different things.

    gingerbread white russian with round ice cube and a cinnamon sick garnish
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    How to Make a Gingerbread White Russian Cocktail

    1. Prepare a glass with a large ice cube or fresh ice cubes. Pour the vodka, Kahlua, and gingerbread syrup into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until nice and cold and strain into the prepared cocktail glass.
    2. Slowly pour the heavy cream over the top of the ice in the glass to float on the top. You can also use a bartender's spoon to accomplish this if you are feeling fancy.
    3. Serve with a cinnamon stick for stirring and aroma. Enjoy!
    gingerbread white russian after stirring

    Gingerbread Syrup Ingredients

    • 1⅓ cup water
    • ¼ cup honey
    • 3 tbsp molasses
    • 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced or grated
    • 2 cinnamon sticks
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    bottle of homemade gingerbread syrup

    How to Make the Gingerbread Syrup

    1. Combine water, honey, molasses, ginger, and cinnamon in a saucepan on the stove. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat stirring constantly. Continue to boil and stir for about 3 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and add the vanilla.
    2. Allow the mixture to cool completely and then strain out the solids before transferring it to a glass container that seals. The syrup will last for 2-3 weeks in the fridge.

    What Else to Use Gingerbread Syrup For

    I originally made this gingerbread syrup to go into my Gingerbread Martini. But, now I make gingerbread syrup every year and keep it in the fridge for other things. Here are a few ideas:

    • Put in your coffee or latte for a holiday caffeine hit
    • Pour it over pancakes or ice cream
    • Use it in your favorite frosting
    • Make other Gingerbread cocktails
    • Add it to Hot cocoa for the kids...or adults
    gingerbread white russian cocktail stirred with a cinnamon stick
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    Tools for the Home Bartender

    Making good cocktails at home requires some basics tools if you want to do it right. Check out my post for a List of Bar Tools that can help get you started.

    The great thing about this cocktail, you don't need a lot of special tools. Here are a few basics that you might want to check out:

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    gingerbread white russian

    Gingerbread White Russian

    5 from 14 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 1 cocktail
    Author: EmilyFabulous

    Equipment

    • cocktail shaker
    • measuring jigger
    • cocktail glass

    Ingredients

    • 2 ounces vodka
    • 1 ounces kahlua
    • 1 ounces gingerbread syrup (recipe below)
    • 2 ounces heavy cream

    Instructions

    • Prepare a glass with a large ice cube or fresh ice cubes. Pour the vodka, Kahlua, and gingerbread syrup into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until nice and cold and strain into the prepared cocktail glass.
    • Slowly pour the heavy cream over the top of the ice in the glass to float on the top. You can also use a bartender's spoon to accomplish this if you are feeling fancy.
    • Serve with a cinnamon stick for stirring and aroma. Enjoy!

    Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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    Comments

    1. Sabrina says

      December 01, 2021 at 4:19 pm

      5 stars
      So so good!!! I love this take on the White Russian!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        December 01, 2021 at 4:24 pm

        Thanks, Sabrina. Cheers!

        Reply
    2. Tatiana says

      December 01, 2021 at 3:24 am

      5 stars
      Made this for Thanksgiving, delicious cocktail!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        December 01, 2021 at 3:37 am

        Oh good, thanks for trying it out!

        Reply
    3. Kayla DiMaggio says

      November 30, 2021 at 6:22 am

      5 stars
      Loving this gingerbread white russian! It was such a fun date night drink!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        November 30, 2021 at 7:17 pm

        Awesome! Thanks for giving it a try, I'm so happy to hear you guys liked it.😊

        Reply
    4. Serena says

      November 30, 2021 at 2:04 am

      5 stars
      Can't wait to try this!

      Reply
    5. Andréa Janssen says

      November 30, 2021 at 12:28 am

      5 stars
      So easy and so delicious. Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        November 30, 2021 at 12:34 am

        You are so welcome. 😊

        Reply
    6. Jeri says

      November 29, 2021 at 11:23 pm

      5 stars
      This Gingerbread White Russian looks fantastic! Saving the recipe for the holidays! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        November 30, 2021 at 12:35 am

        Thanks, Jeri! This will be a hit at any holiday gathering.

        Reply
    7. Adriana says

      November 29, 2021 at 11:00 pm

      5 stars
      Sign me up love a good holiday libation!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        November 30, 2021 at 12:34 am

        Yesss! Cheers and Happy Holidays!

        Reply
    8. Swathi says

      November 29, 2021 at 10:44 pm

      5 stars
      This Gingerbread white Russian looks delicious.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        November 30, 2021 at 12:34 am

        Thank you!!

        Reply
    9. Amanda Scarlati says

      November 29, 2021 at 10:05 pm

      5 stars
      So delicious!

      Reply
    10. Dannii says

      November 29, 2021 at 8:39 pm

      5 stars
      I love anything with gingerbread and this cocktail looks amazing.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        November 29, 2021 at 9:51 pm

        If you like gingerbread you will love this cocktail...and the syrup!

        Reply
    11. Carrie Robinson says

      November 29, 2021 at 8:35 pm

      5 stars
      What a festive twist on a classic twist! 🙂 Definitely going to make this soon.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        November 29, 2021 at 9:51 pm

        Thanks, Carrie. I hope you love it!

        Reply
    12. Caroline says

      November 29, 2021 at 8:33 pm

      5 stars
      That gingerbread syrup sounds wonderful and what a great way to use it too!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        November 29, 2021 at 9:51 pm

        It's a staple in my house during the holidays for sure! I hope you get a chance to make it.

        Reply
    13. Katherine says

      November 29, 2021 at 8:31 pm

      5 stars
      White Russians are awesome, but gingerbread is next level! Yum!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        November 29, 2021 at 9:52 pm

        Definitely next level...LOL! Cheers!

        Reply
    14. veenaazmanov says

      November 29, 2021 at 8:28 pm

      5 stars
      Cant wait to give this a try. Sounds unique and very innovative. Thanks.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        November 29, 2021 at 8:29 pm

        I hope you love it!

        Reply

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