Chai White Russian

This Chai White Russian is like a cozy sweater in a glass.

It’s creamy, spiced, and has all the warm chai flavors you love, with a boozy twist! It’s a fun, unique take on the classic White Russian, perfect for sipping on a chilly evening or when you just want to feel fancy and relaxed.

Let’s make it!

What You’ll Need:

2 oz vodka
1 oz coffee liqueur (like Kahlúa)
1 oz chai concentrate (store-bought or homemade)
1 oz heavy cream or milk
Ice cubes
Optional: Sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for garnish

Pro Tips:

If you’re making chai concentrate at home, brew strong black tea with chai spices (cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, ginger, and black pepper). Sweeten to taste!
Use whole milk or heavy cream for a richer drink, or almond/oat milk for a lighter option.
Garnish with a cinnamon stick for a fancy touch—and it doubles as a stirrer!

Tools You’ll Need:

Rocks glass
Bar spoon (optional, for stirring)

Substitutions & Variations:

No chai concentrate? Brew strong chai tea and use it instead.
Want it dairy-free? Use almond milk, oat milk, or coconut cream.
Feeling indulgent? Add a splash of vanilla or caramel syrup for extra sweetness.

How to Make a Chai White Russian:

1. Fill the Glass with Ice

Add ice cubes to your rocks glass.

A sleek rocks glass being filled with clear ice cubes, set on a marble counter with bottles of vodka, coffee liqueur, and a jar of chai concentrate nearby.

2. Add Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, and Chai

Pour 2 oz vodka, 1 oz coffee liqueur, and 1 oz chai concentrate over the ice.

A rocks glass filled with ice as vodka, coffee liqueur, and chai concentrate are poured in, with chai spices and a napkin nearby on a white marble counter.

3. Top with Cream:

Slowly pour 1 oz of heavy cream or milk over the top and watch as it swirls beautifully into the drink.

A hand pouring heavy cream from a small pitcher into a rocks glass filled with vodka, coffee liqueur, and chai concentrate, creating soft swirls in the drink.

4. Stir (Optional)

Gently stir with a bar spoon if you prefer the flavors fully blended.

5. Garnish and Serve:

Sprinkle a little cinnamon or nutmeg on top, and add a cinnamon stick for garnish. Serve immediately and enjoy!

"A finished Chai White Russian in a rocks glass, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon and a cinnamon stick, set on a rustic wooden table with scattered chai spices and a napkin nearby.

Leftovers & Storage:

This drink is best enjoyed fresh, but any leftover chai concentrate can be stored in the fridge for up to a week.

Conclusion:

And there you have it—a warm, spiced twist on the classic White Russian! The chai flavors add so much cozy goodness to this creamy cocktail. Give it a try and let me know how it turned out—did you add your own twist? Drop a comment below, I’d love to hear! ☕✨🍂