Stoned Russian

Stoned Russian

A dessert-worthy White Russian with cookie-infused milk and a touch of marzipan.

Intermediate · 3 min · plus 12 hrs ahead

Santa's version of a White Russian comes with cookies, naturally. Empirical Stonefruit splits the base with vodka, bringing its marzipan richness and ripe fruit notes to coffee liqueur and cookie-infused milk, giving this creamy classic a decidedly festive character. Finish with your favorite cookie for a little extra indulgence.

Ingredients

Units
  • ¾ oz Empirical Stonefruit
  • ¾ oz vodka
  • ¾ oz coffee liqueur
  • 4 oz cookie-infused milk (recipe follows)
  • Garnish: a cookie of your choice

Alternatives

  • Cookie milk: Substitute milk flavored with a little vanilla and demerara syrup.

Method

  1. Fill a highball glass with fresh ice and add the coffee liqueur.
  2. Add Empirical Stonefruit, vodka and cookie-infused milk to a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously until chilled.
  3. Strain into the prepared highball glass and stir gently to combine.
  4. Garnish with a cookie of your choice.

Cookie-Infused Milk

  • 5–6 cookies (your favorite)
  • 16¾ oz milk (dairy or plant-based)

Method

  1. Add the cookies to the milk in a covered container.
  2. Refrigerate overnight (approximately 12 hours), or for up to 24 hours.
  3. Fine-strain to remove the cookie solids. Keep refrigerated until ready to use.

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