The Colorado Bulldog drink is a variation of classic cocktails White Russian and Black Russian with a fizzy twist. This rich, coffee-flavored recipe starts off with a base similar to the White Russian, calling for Kahlua and vodka. Then the recipe adds a layer of cola—a delightful twist that is unexpected and fun! A Colorado Bulldog tastes like a White Russian with the added flavor, sweetness and fizz of cola. It’s truly delicious! I’m so excited to teach you the Colorado Bulldog recipe!
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Ingredients in a Colorado Bulldog Cocktail
- Vodka – Choose a quality unflavored vodka.
- Coffee Liqueur – I used Kahlúa.
- Cola – A splash of Coca-Cola makes this drink truly special. You can also use Pepsi.
- Heavy Cream – You’ll only need a splash.
- Maraschino Cherry – To garnish.
The best glassware choice for a Colorado Bulldog is a double old fashioned glass.
How to make a Colorado Bulldog
You won’t need a cocktail shaker for this recipe, you can mix it straight in the glass!
In a double old-fashioned glass filled with ice, pour vodka and coffee liqueur. Next, add a splash of Coke to top it, leaving just a little room at the top for cream.
Last, add a splash of cream. This drink will eventually mix into a light latte colored brown, but I like to serve it with the cream floating at the top. Garnish with a cherry!
Tips & Tricks for Making
- Many recipes call for adding the cola last, but I find it to be a more beautiful presentation to add to cream last (just as you would on a White Russian).
- If you want to add a flavorful twist, you can swap the vodka for cherry flavored vodka or vanilla vodka.
- If you want to make this recipe into a dessert, swap out the heavy cream for a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Kind of similar to an Affogato. It’s a sweet cocktail that reminds me of a root beer float.
- If you swap the vodka for tequila, you’ll have a Colorado Mother cocktail.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a White Russian and a Colorado Bulldog?
A Colorado Bulldog is nearly exactly a White Russian with the main difference being the addition of a layer of cola. This changes this drink to be fizzy along with creamy.
What is a Colorado Bulldog made of?
A Colorado Bulldog is made with vodka, coffee liqueur (such as Kahlua), heavy cream and cola (such as Coca-Cola).
What other drinks are similar to a White Russian?
A Black Russian is a White Russian minus the heavy cream. A Colorado Bulldog is a White Russian with an added layer of cola.
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Colorado Bulldog (SUMMER)
Equipment
- 1 rocks glass
Ingredients
- 1 ounce vodka
- 1 ounce coffee liqueur
- ½ ounce heavy cream
- 2 ounces cola
Instructions
- In a double old-fashioned glass filled with ice, pour vodka and coffee liqueur.
- Next, add a splash of Coke to top it, leaving just a little room at the top for cream.
- Last, add a splash of cream. This drink will eventually mix into a light latte colored brown, but I like to serve it with the cream floating at the top. Garnish with a cherry!
Notes
- Many recipes call for adding the cola last, but I find it to be a more beautiful presentation to add to cream last (just as you would on a White Russian).
- If you want to add a flavorful twist, you can swap the vodka for cherry flavored vodka or vanilla vodka.
- If you want to make this recipe into a dessert, swap out the heavy cream for a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Kind of similar to an Affogato. It’s a sweet cocktail that reminds me of a root beer float.
- If you swap the vodka for tequila, you’ll have a Colorado Mother cocktail.