Cocktail recipe

Tiramisu White Russian recipe.

A characterful cocktail built around bourbon, banana bread liqueur and plum syrup, finished with a clean, memorable lift.

Cocktail recipe 5 mins Mocktail option
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Tiramisu White Russian

Description

Tiramisu White Russian is built around bourbon, banana bread liqueur, plum syrup, giving it a clear identity from the first sip. The White Russian grew from the Black Russian family and became a pop-culture favourite because cream turns the drink into an easy after-dinner treat.

What makes it great is the balance: the base brings structure, the fruit or aromatic element gives personality, and the chilled serve keeps everything crisp. It has enough theatre for a cocktail menu but remains simple enough for a confident home bartender.

This is a strong choice for guests who like familiar cocktail logic but want a serve that feels more personal and memorable.

Ingredients

  • 45 ml Bourbon
  • 15 ml Banana Bread Liqueur
  • 10 ml Plum syrup
  • 2 dashes Bitters
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. Add the liquid ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake hard for 12 to 15 seconds until the drink is properly chilled.
  3. Fine strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice or served straight up.
  4. Garnish to echo the main flavour and serve immediately.

Recommended glassware

Lowball Glass
Lowball Glass (recommended)

A short, sturdy glass for spirit-forward cocktails served over ice.

180–300 ml Short, wide, heavy-bottomed tumbler.

Best for: Old Fashioned, Negroni, Boulevardier, Whiskey Sour over ice, Rusty Nail.

Garnish: Great for orange twists, cherries, and large clear ice cubes.

Coupe Glass
Coupe Glass

An elegant stemmed glass for shaken or stirred cocktails served up.

Useful alternative if the primary glass is not available.

120–240 ml Stemmed glass with a broad shallow bowl.

Best for: Daiquiri, Sidecar, Manhattan served up, Gimlet, Clover Club.

Garnish: Great for expressed citrus peels, cherries, and small edible flowers.

Quick facts

5 mins Easy Approx. 16% ABV 0.3 units 255 kcal Fresh ice Mocktail option
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