Russian Polar Bear
Indulge in the frosty elegance of the Russian Polar Bear, a creamy, winter-inspired cocktail that perfectly blends decadence and refreshment. This recipe combines smooth vodka, luscious white crème de cacao, and the cool kick of peppermint schnapps, all brought together with the silky richness of heavy cream. Shaken to perfection over ice, it’s served in a chilled martini or coupe glass for a touch of sophistication. For a festive flair, garnish with fresh mint leaves and a sprinkle of shaved white chocolate. Ready in just 5 minutes, this indulgent cocktail is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights by the fire. Whether you're entertaining or treating yourself, the Russian Polar Bear is a delightful way to embrace the season’s chill with a creamy, minty treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Vodka
- 1.5 oz White crème de cacao
- 0.5 oz Peppermint schnapps
- 1 oz Heavy cream
- 6 Ice cubes
- 2 leaves Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tbsp Shaved white chocolate (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Fill a cocktail shaker with the ice cubes.
Pour in the vodka, white crème de cacao, peppermint schnapps, and heavy cream.
Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled and creamy.
Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini or coupe glass.
Optionally, garnish with mint leaves and sprinkle shaved white chocolate on top for a festive look.
Serve immediately and enjoy this frosty, indulgent treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
318 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.8 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 20 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
