This pumpkin spice white russian is a Fall spin on a classic cocktail. It's creamy and smooth with fragrant coffee and warming pumpkin spice - it's basically a hug in a glass.

This post was sponsored by my favourite place for entertaining and homeware essentials, Crate & Barrel, to help give you inspiration for your own Thanksgiving menu.
I've waited all year for an appropriate time to make this drink. NOW'S THE TIME. I mean, I'm already putting pumpkin spice in every dessert so naturally, it was time for a cocktail as well.
This drink will be going on my Thanksgiving dinner table and I'm positive it will be a hit even with people who don't like PSLs (although I'm not sure why I would still be friends with them... KIDDING!).
White russian cocktails have quickly become one of my favourites because of their simplicity and elegance. That beautiful coffee aroma smells SO good and the creaminess of the cream takes away the edge from the vodka.

What you will need
- A coffee liqueur of your choice
- Vodka
- Pumpkin pie spice. If you don't have a pre-mixed pumpkin pie spice seasoning, just mix together 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp ground ginger, ½ tsp ground nutmeg, ½ tsp ground cloves, and ½ tsp allspice. Use ½ teaspoon of this mixture for each cocktail.
- Heavy cream. Regular milk also works but your cocktail will just be less creamy.
- Ice. You'll need regular ice cubes in your cocktail shaker and also ice in your cocktail glass if you'd like. I made extra large ice cubes with my Peak ice cube tray to put in my glasses because it looks extra fancy and displaces the perfect amount of liquid for this recipe to fill a 12 oz old fashioned glass.

Barware & Glassware
To measure out single and double shots of liquid quickly, I used a stainless steel jigger which gives me the perfect 1 oz and 2 oz pours that I can dump straight into my cocktail shaker. The pretty antiqued gold shaker I used here is a special collaboration between Crate & Barrel and Frye - stunning!
I served my pumpkin spice white russians in these 12oz old fashioned rocks glasses with a studded design. The detail of the glasses make them shimmer and they're also the perfect size for this cocktail. I served everything on a round wooden platter to play off the warmth of the drink.

How to make a pumpkin spice white russian
- Into the cocktail shaker: Add coffee liqueur, vodka, pumpkin spice, and cream into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- Shake: You want to mix the spices thoroughly for maximum pumpkin spice flavour and to avoid graininess.
- Pour over ice: One extra large ice cube looks elegant but regular ice cubes also work.
- Garnish: Sprinkle each drink with extra pumpkin spice and add a cinnamon stick that can also be used as a stirring stick.

How to serve your pumpkin spice white russian cocktail
White russians are typically served in an old fashioned glass, also known as a rocks glass or low ball glass. These are short glasses that hold about 8-12oz of fluid and you're probably most familiar with them holding a neat pour of whisky on ice.
Another way to serve this pumpkin spice white russian is to shake all the ingredients together except for the cream and pour it into the glass first. Gently pour the cream on top of the dark liqueur for a colour block effect. Have your guests give their drink a quick stir to mix the layers together before sipping (a perfect use for that cinnamon stick garnish!).

Other Thanksgiving drinks and desserts
- Cranberry Apple Mojito
- Chai Spice Cupcakes
- Spiced Apple Cake with Salted Maple Caramel
- Pumpkin Swiss Roll
- Pumpkin Crepe Cake
- Easy Homemade Caramel Sauce
If you made this recipe, I would love to see it! Be sure to post a photo of it and @teakandthyme and @crateandbarrelcanada!
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Pumpkin Spice White Russian
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 2 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
Description
This pumpkin spice white russian is a creamy and smooth Fall edition of a classic coffee cocktail to keep you warm this season.
Ingredients
- 1 oz coffee liqueur
- 1 oz vodka
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 2 oz heavy cream
- Ice cubes
- Garnish: cinnamon sticks
Instructions
- Add coffee liqueur, vodka, pumpkin pie spice, heavy cream, and ice cubes to a cocktail shaker.
- Shake together for about 10 seconds.
- Open the pouring spout of the shaker and pour cocktail into an old fashioned glass with a large ice cube.
- Garnish with a dusting of pumpkin pie spice and a cinnamon stick.
Notes
If you don't have pre-mixed pumpkin pie spice, mix together 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp ground ginger, ½ tsp ground nutmeg, ½ tsp ground cloves, and ½ allspice. Use ½ teaspoon of this mixture per cocktail.
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pumpkin spice white russian, white russian cocktail, pumpkin spice cocktail, thanksgiving cocktails, fall cocktails
Brilliant! I've been enjoying a bit of a white Russian resurgence this year. It's such an old school classic cocktail and this is the perfect update for 2019!
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Same, Bernice! I'm drinking this one all this season! Thanks so much!
This fall-inspired cocktail looks so creamy and delicious. I'm always ready for pumpkin spice and now I can have it in cocktail form too!
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Thanks so much Sharon! I go a little crazy with the pumpkin spice around this time in everything haha
I have never tried something like this before. Looks so creamy and delicious.
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I hope you get to try it!!
Yum -- this is my kind of cocktail! Giving a white Russian a pumpkin twist is such a great idea for fall, and it's so tasty. I'll definitely have to serve this as a nice after-dinner Thanksgiving drink.
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Thanks Amanda! That's exactly the perfect time for one of these!
Such beautiful photos! and the cocktail look so delicious! It's only morning here right now, but I would love to have this drink!)
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Haha you can have one of these any time of day, I would never judge! 😉
White Russians are a big tradition for the holidays at our house. This Pumpkin Spice version sounds spectacular and I can't wait to try them. Gorgeous photos too!
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Thanks Jenni! I hope you have a chance to try one over the holidays!
What a festive and beautiful drink! This is perfect for the holiday season and something I know my family and friends would love!
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Exactly!! Everyone who has tried these so far love them! Thanks Lori!
This White Russian with a pumpkin spice twist looks amazing! Your photos are beautiful and make us want to pour ourselves a glass, sit back and enjoy!
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Thank you!! Cheers!
Oh my goodness! I LOVE White Russians and this recipe ups the ante! I can’t wait to try!
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Yayy!! I hope you get to try it Jess!
Made these for a Halloween party this past weekend and it was a hit!! Thanks!
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Ahhh I'm so happy to hear they were a hit! Thanks so much Aline!