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Chai Infused White Russian Cocktail

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A modern twist on the classic cocktail, this Chai Infused White Russian is a rich and creamy, cinnamon-spiced cocktail. 

A chai infused white Russian cocktail in a tall glass garnished with a cinnamon stick.

Between Friendsgiving celebrations, holiday open houses, Christmas parties, Hanukkah dinners and New Year’s Eve festivities, I figured we could all use an easy cocktail recipe for the season! While I love to serve batch cocktails at parties, like my Caribbean Rum Punch or Apple Cider Sangria, mixing individual drinks isn’t too bad when they are simple like my Chai Infused White Russian. The star of this modern spin on the classic cocktail is vodka that has been steeped with black chai tea bags.

Why You’ll Love This Cocktail

  • Uses only 4 simple ingredients.
  • Only takes about 5 minutes to make.
  • Creamy and infused with winter spices, it’s perfect for the holidays!

Ingredients

Ingredients for a chai infused white Russian against a white backdrop, with labels for each.
  • Chai black tea: Sweet and spicy black tea full of cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves.
  • Vodka: Usually clean and mostly flavorless, making it a great base for cocktails.
  • Coffee liqueur: A perfect mix of coffee and alcohol, my go-to is usually Kahlúa or Tia Maria.
  • Heavy cream: Gives the cocktail its creamy taste and texture, but you could also use milk or half and half.

How to Make a Chai Infused White Russian

Infusing tea bags in vodka in a pitcher.

Step 1. In a glass bowl or pitcher, infuse the chai in the vodka.

Pouring alcohol into cocktail shaker.

Step 2. After vodka is infused with chai, add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake until mixed. Strain into a glass filled with ice.

Hand holding a chai infused white Russian in a tall glass.

If you’re feeling a bit extra, you can garnish the drink with cinnamon sticks and whole cloves. But regardless of how you serve it, you’ll be sure to enjoy this Chai Infused White Russian!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is chai?

Chai is black tea that is flavored with warm spices including cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, peppercorns, and nutmeg.

What is a white Russian?

A classic white Russian is made with vodka, coffee liquor, and cream. It’s traditionally served in an old fashioned glass.

How long does it take to infused vodka with spices?

It depends on the potency of the spices or herbs you are using. Some things only take minutes, while others you’ll want to let infuse for days or weeks. For this chair infused white Russian, the chai only needs to steep in the vodka for an hour or two.
The top of a chai infused white Russian, with cloves and cinnamon sticks in the background.

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Chai Infused White Russian

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Liz Della Croce
A modern twist on the classic white Russian recipe, vodka is infused with chai tea bags to produce a rich and creamy cinnamon-spiced cocktail. 
PREP: 5 minutes
TOTAL: 5 minutes
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Servings4

Ingredients
 

  • 3 bags chai black tea
  • 8 ounces vodka
  • 4 ounces coffee liqueur (such as Kahlua)
  • 8 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions
 

  • Place vodka and chai tea bags in a mason jar or glass bowl and let steep for a minimum of two hours. When vodka has finished infusing, remove tea bags and discard.
  • To make the cocktail, shake together the chai infused vodka, coffee liquor and heavy cream in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Strain and pour over 4 glasses filled with ice.

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Liz’s Notes

The heavy cream can be replaced with milk or half and half.

Nutrition

Calories: 318kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 10mg | Fiber: 0g


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8 responses to “Chai Infused White Russian Cocktail”

  1. Matthew Cetta Avatar
    Matthew Cetta

    Liz I stumbled on this looking for chai infused alcohol. Jealous of your drip shot!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Thank you so much!!! Appreciate that!

  2. Gina @Running to the Kitchen Avatar
    Gina @Running to the Kitchen

    This is definitely something I want to try! Thanks!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I hope you like it – cheers!

  3. JulieD Avatar
    JulieD

    This looks soooo good! I love the addition of chai!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Wish we could enjoy one together! xo

  4. Julianne @ Beyond Frosting Avatar
    Julianne @ Beyond Frosting

    Seriously with this?? I’m in love!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      So yummy and festive! xo