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The White Russian is a classic cocktail made by combining vodka, a coffee liqueur such as Kahlúa, and heavy cream. It is typically served over ice in an Old Fashioned glass, where the cream is often floated on top to create a layered appearance before mixing. The drink is a variation of the Black Russian, which consists solely of vodka and coffee liqueur. The cocktail gained significant pop culture recognition in the late 1990s after being featured prominently in the film 'The Big Lebowski.'

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What are the ingredients in a classic White Russian?

A traditional White Russian is made by combining vodka, a coffee liqueur such as Kahlúa, and heavy cream. The ingredients are typically poured over ice in an Old Fashioned glass.

Why is the cocktail called a White Russian?

The drink is named a Russian because of its primary ingredient, vodka, and White due to the addition of heavy cream. It is a variation of the Black Russian, which consists solely of vodka and coffee liqueur.

How do you float the cream on a White Russian?

To create the signature layered appearance, you should pour the heavy cream gently over the back of a spoon into the glass. This technique slows the liquid down, allowing it to rest on top of the vodka and Kahlúa mixture before mixing.

What movie made the White Russian famous?

The White Russian gained massive pop culture prominence in the 1998 film The Big Lebowski. The movie's main character, Jeffrey The Dude Lebowski, drinks the cocktail constantly throughout the film.

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