Irish Coffee
A warm, comforting cocktail of hot coffee, Irish whiskey, brown sugar, and fresh whipped cream.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Irish whiskey
- 6 oz Hot brewed coffee
- 1 tbsp Brown sugar
- 2 oz Lightly whipped cream
Pairs With
Enjoy after dinner with rich desserts like chocolate cake, vanilla crème brûlée, or Irish soda bread to create a warm, indulgent finale to the meal.
Instructions
1
Preheat a glass mug with hot water, then discard the water
2
Add brown sugar and hot coffee, stir to dissolve
3
Add Irish whiskey and stir
4
Float lightly whipped cream on top by pouring over the back of a spoon
5
Serve immediately without stirring the cream
Tips
Whip the cream only until it barely holds shape — it should float, not sit as a solid blob Use a strong, hot coffee for the best balance with the whiskey Drink the coffee through the cream layer for the proper experience