White Russian Cocktail with a Chai Twist

Our Office Manager Kacey takes us back into her kitchen to share with us a step by step guide on how to make the perfect outdoor picnic cocktail - Chai Spiced White Russian. Creamy, spicy and sweet all at the same time! Here's how to make one...

• 15oz vodka
• 30ml Kahlua
• 60ml Chai Vanilla Syrup (to be made in advance, see method)
• 60ml Pouring Cream
• Chai Sprinkles to dust (or cinnamon/nutmeg)

METHOD

To make the Chai Vanilla Syrup: 

1. Add to a saucepan; 1/2 cup Calmer Chai, 1 tbsp vanilla extract, 1 tbsp honey, 1 1/2 cups water. 
2. Bring to an almost boil then turn off the heat and let steep for half an hour or so.
3. Strain syrup into a jar and store in the fridge.

To make the cocktail: 

1. Fill a glass tumbler with ice. 
2. Add the vodka, Kahlua and chai syrup. 
3. Put the cream into a vessel with a pouring spout. Slowly pour the cream over the ice to create a layer. The cream should sit on top. 
4. Dust the top with Chai Sprinkles, cinnamon or nutmeg. 
5. Garnish with star anise and cinnamon quills if desired. 
6. Stir and enjoy.

WATCH THE VIDEO

Need a little more support? Check out Kacey's video tutorial!