1 serving
Black Russian ingredients
Use the original amounts for one serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.
| Ingredient | Amount | cl | oz | parts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Vodka | 50 ml | 5 cl | 1.7 oz | 2.5 parts |
Coffee Liqueur | 20 ml | 2 cl | 0.7 oz | 1 part |
Garnish: Orange twist
Method
How to make Black Russian
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Chill a chilled rocks glass and prepare orange twist.
- 02
Measure 50 ml vodka, 20 ml coffee liqueur into a clean mixing glass.
- 03
Fill the mixing glass three-quarters full with large, fresh ice cubes.
- 04
Stir smoothly for 20–25 seconds, until cold and properly diluted.
- 05
Strain into the chilled a chilled rocks glass over one large fresh ice cube.
- 06
Add orange twist neatly and serve immediately.
Tasting profile
What does Black Russian taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are strength (4/5) and sweetness (3/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Black Russian questions
What is in a Black Russian?
Kokto’s build uses vodka and coffee liqueur.
How long does a Black Russian take to make?
The governed recipe allows about 5 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.
How is a Black Russian prepared?
It uses a stirred method and is served in a rocks. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a Black Russian alcohol-free?
No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.
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Evidence
Sources & editorial note
The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.
- International Bartenders Association — Black RussianIBA official style reference
- Cocktail App English editorial cocktail batch 60seed.recipe.black-russian · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved





