Russian Bear
Vodka, crème de cacao and cream. A chocolate cream drink.
Shaken · Coupe · Medium · about 3 minutes · about 19% ABV
Ingredients
- 30 ml Vodka
- 22.5 ml Crème de cacao
- 22.5 ml Thickened cream
- Grated nutmeg (garnish)
Method
- Chill the glass
- Pour 30 ml vodka into the shaker
- Pour 22.5 ml crème de cacao into the shaker
- Pour 22.5 ml thickened cream into the shaker
- Add ice
- Shake hard
- Strain
- Garnish
Tip
Shake hard so the cream is airy.
About the Russian Bear
The cream family. Cream drinks became fashionable in the early 1900s, when the Alexander and its cousins appeared. They had a second golden age in the 1970s and 1980s with the Grasshopper, the White Russian and the Mudslide. Serve them after dinner, in place of dessert.
Russian Bear FAQ
What's in a Russian Bear?
30 ml vodka, 22.5 ml crème de cacao, 22.5 ml thickened cream, garnished with grated nutmeg.
How strong is a Russian Bear?
About 19% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 1.4 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is stronger than a glass of wine.
Should I shake or stir a Russian Bear?
Shake it. citrus, juice and cream need shaking to mix properly and gain a light, lively texture.
What glass do you serve a Russian Bear in?
A coupe, about 180 ml. Chill the glass first and serve without ice. No coupe? Use a martini glass or small wine glass.
