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Coconut White Russian

Put a tropical spin on a classic cocktail with this Coconut White Russian made with coconut milk instead of cream.

Put a tropical spin on a classic cocktail with this Coconut White Russian made with coconut milk instead of cream.

Once upon a time, a girl and a boy were happily married, didn’t have kids, and went on fabulous vacations. One of these vacations was to Zihuatanejo, Mexico, where they went to a restaurant called La Sirena Gorda (The Fat Mermaid). This restaurant served fish carnitas, which were outstandingly delicious, followed by coconut ice cream topped with Kahlua. This ice cream, albeit simple, was one of the girl’s favorite desserts. Ever.

View from our hotel in Zihuatanejo.

View from our hotel in Zihuatanejo.

This girl and boy are still very happily married, but now they DO have kids and drink cocktails at home instead of on a beach in Mexico. This tasty drink was inspired by that Mexican dessert and brings back fond memories.

Put a tropical spin on a classic cocktail with this Coconut White Russian made with coconut milk instead of cream.

In fact, it brings back such fond memories that I think I should brush up on my Spanish and think about a Mexican vacation with the kids! Have you travelled to the area with kids? Let me know if you have any recommendations! Meanwhile, I’ll just sip my Coconut White Russian and dream I’m back on that beach.

Put a tropical spin on a classic cocktail with this Coconut White Russian made with coconut milk instead of cream.

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Coconut White Russian
Put a tropical spin on a classic cocktail with this Coconut White Russian made with coconut milk instead of cream.
Put a tropical spin on a classic cocktail with this Coconut White Russian made with coconut milk instead of cream.
Votes: 4
Rating: 4.75
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Course Cocktail
Prep Time 2 minutes
Servings
Ingredients
  • 2 ounces Kahula
  • 2 ounces coconut milk
  • 1 1/2 ounces vodka
Course Cocktail
Prep Time 2 minutes
Servings
Ingredients
  • 2 ounces Kahula
  • 2 ounces coconut milk
  • 1 1/2 ounces vodka
Put a tropical spin on a classic cocktail with this Coconut White Russian made with coconut milk instead of cream.
Votes: 4
Rating: 4.75
You:
Rate this recipe!
Instructions
  1. Pour all ingredients over ice in a rocks glass. Stir gently before enjoying.
Recipe Notes

I originally published this recipe in March 2013 but rephotographed and republished it in October 2015.

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26 Comments

Comments

  1. Laura c says

    March 4, 2016 at 5:43 am

    Are you using cream of coconut? I see a can in the top photo and wanted to clarify.

    Reply
    • Andi Gleeson says

      March 5, 2016 at 8:05 pm

      Hi! No, I’m using canned coconut milk, not the kind you find with the soy milk and other milks. It’s found in the Asian section with other Thai ingredients. I’ll make a note in the recipe! I think when I wrote this, the drinkable coconut milk wasn’t popular and widely available.

      Reply
  2. Becky | The COokie Rookie says

    October 18, 2015 at 10:34 am

    Looks beautiful and delish!! Been loving coconut lately, this looks too good!

    Reply
    • Andi Gleeson says

      October 20, 2015 at 2:29 pm

      Thanks, Becky!!

      Reply
  3. Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts says

    October 15, 2015 at 12:05 pm

    I am kind of sad to say that I have never had a white russian before. But I am all about a great cocktail to remember a trip or different time in your life!

    Reply
    • Andi Gleeson says

      October 20, 2015 at 8:50 pm

      White Russians are SO easy to make, you could have one really easily :) Thank you, Erin!

      Reply
  4. Sheena @ Tea and Biscuits says

    October 15, 2015 at 7:35 am

    I’ve never had a White Russian, but it looks like I’m missing out! I also can’t have dairy anymore so the coconut milk is right up my street! :)

    Reply
    • Andi Gleeson says

      October 20, 2015 at 8:51 pm

      Sorry you can’t have dairy. I can’t have wheat, and it has definitely been an adjustment. Thank you, Sheena :)

      Reply
  5. Cathy says

    October 15, 2015 at 6:24 am

    This sounds like the best idea ever.

    Reply
    • Andi Gleeson says

      October 20, 2015 at 8:51 pm

      Thank you, Cathy! xoxo

      Reply
  6. Kelly says

    October 14, 2015 at 7:03 pm

    I vaguely remember those vacations without the kiddos but bringing them along is a different kind of adventure that is fun as well :) This white russian sounds perfect, Andi! Love the coconut milk!

    Reply
    • Andi Gleeson says

      October 20, 2015 at 8:55 pm

      I need to get up the nerve to take the boys on a big vacation. I think if we wait another year or so it will be so much easier. Maybe this summer! Thank you, Kelly :)

      Reply
  7. Katerina @ Diethood says

    October 14, 2015 at 8:53 am

    HAHA! Yeah, once upon a time… fun stuff, right? :-D

    Is it okay that I drooled a bit after seeing this first photo? I’m LOVIN’ everything about this beautiful sipper.

    Reply
    • Andi Gleeson says

      October 20, 2015 at 8:57 pm

      That’s definitely OK, and I take that as a huge compliment since you are such an amazing photographer. Thanks, Katerina :)

      Reply
  8. Ginny McMeans says

    October 14, 2015 at 8:40 am

    Why didn’t I think of this. I have been wasting time :) All the ingredients are in my cupboards so a big thanks. :) I need a trip so bad. I can sip this on the the Florida Keys, right?

    Reply
    • Andi Gleeson says

      October 20, 2015 at 8:57 pm

      You are right! It’s vegan! Cheers, Ginny :) xo

      Reply
  9. Lora @cakeduchess says

    October 14, 2015 at 7:45 am

    I remember those days of adventurous vacations before the kids. White Russian is a favorite drink I love that you made a coconut version!! Cheers!

    Reply
    • Andi Gleeson says

      October 20, 2015 at 8:57 pm

      Thank you, Lora!

      Reply
  10. Jamie | The Kitchenarium says

    October 13, 2015 at 7:53 pm

    YUM! Love this use of coconut milk.

    Reply
    • Andi Gleeson says

      October 20, 2015 at 9:07 pm

      Thank you, Jamie!

      Reply
  11. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says

    October 13, 2015 at 6:03 pm

    I want 6 of these. NOW!

    Reply
    • Andi Gleeson says

      October 13, 2015 at 9:22 pm

      I think could arrange that very soon. ;)

      Reply
  12. Lilly Sue says

    March 15, 2013 at 9:19 pm

    Yummy! I will take one! Liz just shared your blog with me. Glad! :D

    Reply
    • The Weary Chef says

      March 15, 2013 at 9:52 pm

      Thanks! Glad to have you :)

      Reply
  13. The Weary Chef says

    March 15, 2013 at 12:17 pm

    Go for it with your whipped cream vodka! I thought about using vanilla vodka but decided it might be too much to add one more flavor.

    Reply
  14. Liz says

    March 15, 2013 at 11:07 am

    Yay, my first official Happy Hour post :-) Love the rooster glass, btw. Am off to scrounge up the coconut milk, kalhua, and vodka. Those here’s a naughty thought–what if I used my whipped cream vodka? hmmmm… Hope your Friday goes well. Always appreciate the fruits of your labors!

    Reply

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