Rich, creamy, and a little decadent, the White Russian is the cocktail equivalent of lounging in a bathrobe at noon—which is probably why it became synonymous with The Dude from The Big Lebowski. Made with vodka, coffee liqueur (usually Kahlúa), and heavy cream or milk, it’s smooth, sweet, and totally indulgent. Invented in the 1960s as a twist on the Black Russian, it’s the kind of drink that feels like dessert—but with a buzz.