Frozen White Russian
A Frozen White Russian is a blended, icy cocktail version of the classic White Russian, typically made with vodka, coffee liqueur, cream or milk, and ice. It's a popular dessert-like drink, often served in a rocks glass and sometimes garnished with coffee beans or chocolate shavings. The drink originated in the United States and is a modern, refreshing twist on the traditional cocktail.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This drink is high in fat and calories due to its cream or milk content, with minimal protein or carbohydrates from the alcohol and liqueur. A typical serving provides a significant amount of calcium and some B vitamins from the dairy, but is primarily a source of empty calories from alcohol and added sugar.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 420 kcal |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 25 g |
| Sodium | 60 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.4 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 95 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.15 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Vitamin A | 190 mcg RAE |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
Per 1 cocktail (approx. 240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The Frozen White Russian became a pop culture icon after its prominent feature in the 1998 film 'The Big Lebowski,' cementing its status as a cult classic cocktail. Nutritionally, it's a prime example of a 'liquid dessert,' where the combination of alcohol and high-fat dairy can make it more calorically dense than many solid food snacks.
