A pumpkin spice white Russian is a creamy fall-inspired drink that’s easy to make and sure to impress! It’s the perfect beverage to serve at cocktail hour or for a cozy fall evening in front of the fireplace. It also makes a delicious dessert drink for a Halloween party or Thanksgiving dinner. This recipe is simple enough that you can even make it ahead of time, but I recommend letting the drinks sit until right before serving to ensure that the creamer hasn’t separated too much and that the drinks are as fresh and tasty as possible.

A white Russian is a cocktail that’s made with vodka, coffee liqueur and cream, and is very similar to a black Russian. The difference is that instead of using dark rum, this recipe uses Kahlua, which is a combination of rum and coffee liqueur. You can substitute the Kahlua with Tia Maria or another coffee liqueur if you’d like to try a different flavor.

The ingredients in a white Russian are typically shaken in a cocktail shaker and then strained into an old-fashioned glass filled with ice. You can also “build” the drink by pouring each of the ingredients into the glass, which can be a great option if you don’t have a cocktail shaker or just prefer to serve your drinks on the rocks. Either way, it’s important to add a lot of ice to both your glasses for serving and to the cocktail shaker when shaking your drinks.

In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, Kahlua and creamer with a handful of ice cubes and give it a good shake until well chilled. You can shake the drinks up to 8 hours in advance, but it’s best to wait until just before serving to add the creamer to prevent it from separating.

Once your drink is shaken and strained into a glass, garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon and a cinnamon stick for a pretty presentation. If desired, you can also top each drink with a dollop of whipped cream. To keep your cocktails vegan-friendly, make sure you use a dairy-free whipped cream (So Delicious makes a great one called Cocowhip) or non-dairy whipped cream.

This pumpkin spice white Russian is the perfect cocktail to enjoy at home or to serve at your next fall party or Thanksgiving dinner. It’s creamy, sweet and so delicious! This recipe is the perfect balance of pumpkin and coffee flavors. It’s also very easy to make, so you can easily make enough for a crowd.

If you’re looking for more fall-inspired recipes, check out this pumpkin spice martini or this ginger beer Moscow mule. And if you’re a fan of bourbon, you can’t go wrong with this pumpkin spice old-fashioned or this bourbon whiskey smash.

What’s your favorite way to celebrate fall? Share your ideas in the comments below!