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Erin Lynch

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February 28, 2025

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Wondering what the best Kahlua drinks are? If you’ve got a bottle of Kahlua to use up, I’ve got you covered with this guide! There are so many delicious cocktails to choose from, besides the standard White Russian.

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Do you have a bottle of Kahlua that’s been hanging around in your liquor cabinet forever? Wondering how to use it up? I’ve rounded up all the best kahlua cocktail recipes in one place.

Because… there are so many amazing Kahula cocktails out there!

What is Kahlua?

  • Kahlua is a coffee liquer made with Arabica coffee beans and rum. It’s rich, smooth, and fairly low in alcohol (20%).

I typically use it in my favorite Espresso Martini, but it’s also a key ingredient to many cocktail recipes!

So let’s get started!

Easy Kahlua Drink Recipes: The Lineup

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The Original Espresso Martini
This Espresso Martini is a delicious pre- or post-dinner pick me up cocktail. An easy cocktail recipe, made with just 4-ingredients and shaken until deliciously frothy. 
Espresso Martini
Mudslide Recipe Made In 1 Minute | Rich, Creamy, & Delicious
This delicious mudslide cocktail is a sweet treat that will satisfy anyone’s sweet tooth.
Get the RECIPE from I'm Hungry for That
Mudslide
B52 Shot
This classic B52 Shot is perfect for a liquid dessert. This stunning sweet treat is a great way to impress with minimal effort. Get the RECIPE from Jo Cooks
B52 Shot
Toasted Almond Drink Recipe –
Sweet notes of amaretto swirl this cream-based cocktail with hints of coffee liqueur. Toasted Almond Drink is the perfect way to say cheers. Get the RECIPE from Aimee Mars
Toasted Almond Drink
spanish coffee recipe
If you like coffee cocktails, you’ll love this Spanish coffee recipe. Complete with a burnt sugar rim, aged rum and pillowy whipped cream! Get the RECIPE from With Spice
Spanish Coffee
Bushwacker Recipe and How to Make a Cream of Coconut
A recipe for the famous bushwacker cocktail, with tips on how to make a homemade cream of coconut cocktail.
Get the RECIPE from Sugar and Cloth
Bushwacker
Black Russian
Made with only two ingredients, this Black Russian is a delicious coffee-flavored vodka cocktail. It is so easy to make with no equipment. Get the RECIPE from Preppy Kitchen
Black Russian
Colorado Bulldog
A sweet and fizzy cocktail that is perfect for sipping, the Colorado Bulldog is a rich and creamy cocktail perfect for any occasion. Get the RECIPE from Preppy Kitchen
Colorado Bulldog

The White Russian – 9 Ways!

White Russian
Learn how to make a classic White Russian cocktail. Made with vodka, Kahlua (coffee liqueur), and cream it’s super easy to whip up and makes the perfect after-dinner drink.
Get the RECIPE from Preppy Kitchen
White Russian
Vanilla Chai Tea White Russian
Vanilla Chai Tea White Russian
Vanilla Chai Tea White Russian: perfect for entertaining or just sipping on with your family after Thursday’s feast.
Get the RECIPE from Half Baked Harvest
Vanilla Chai Tea White Russian
White Chocolate White Russian – a twist on a classic!
White Chocolate White Russian. Perfectly chilled, white chocolate white Russians are sophisticated and beautiful, a wonderfully sweet and creamy dessert drink.
Get the RECIPE from Rachel Cooks
White Chocolate White Russian
Gingerbread White Russian
If you’re looking for a great holiday twist on the classic White Russian cocktail, this Gingerbread White Russian is for you! Get the RECIPE from Cashmere and Cocktails
Gingerbread White Russian
Creamy Coconut White Russian.
Creamy Coconut White Russian.
Creamy Coconut White Russian…the perfect holiday twist on the classic White Russian cocktail…it’s a delicious treat!
Get the RECIPE from Half Baked Harvest
Creamy Coconut White Russian
Eggnog white russian with kahlua.
Eggnog White Russian Recipe
The eggnog white russian is a quick and easy holiday cocktail made with only 3 ingredients: vodka, coffee liquor (e.g., Kahlua), and eggnog. Get the RECIPE from Crayons and Cravings
Eggnog White Russian
Rum White Russian
Give The Dude’s go-to cocktail a classy upgrade with this Rum White Russian made with bay leaf-infused cream and spiced fig simple syrup.
Get the RECIPE from Emily Laurae
Rum White Russian
Chocolate White Russian
Chocolate White Russian. Learn how to make a white Russian with the special treat of chocolate added.
Get the RECIPE from Basil and Bubbly
Chocolate White Russian
Salted Caramel White Russian Cocktail
This tasty twist on a classic White Russian cocktail adds the sweetness of caramel with a hint of flaky sea salt, making it an indulgent after-dinner drink.
Get the RECIPE from Homemade Hooplah
Salted Caramel White Russian

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17+ Simple Kahlua Drinks

Wondering what the best Kahlua cocktails are? There are so many delicious cocktails to choose from, besides the standard White Russian. Try this Espresso Martini. It's an easy cocktail recipe, made with just 4-ingredients and shaken until deliciously frothy. 
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Serves 1 cocktail
Created by Platings and Pairings
Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
Cook Time: 0 minutes mins
Total Time: 5 minutes mins

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces vodka
  • 1 ounce freshly brewed espresso
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • 1/2 ounce coffee liqueur (Kahlua, Tia Maria, or similar)
  • 3 coffee beans (to garnish)

Instructions

  • Add ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice and shake vigorously for at least 20 seconds.
  • Strain into a martini glass, spooning extra foam from the cocktail shaker on top.
  • Garnish with coffee beans.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 14mg | Sugar: 17g | Iron: 1mg
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