Description
Classic and timeless – Craved by many, but mastered by few. This is a simple yet authentic recipe that will pick you up and throw you down at the same time.
Warning: Addictive.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz freshly brewed coffee
- 2 tsp brown sugar
- 1½ oz Irish Whiskey high quality
- 1–2 oz lightly whipped cream
- 1 pinch ground nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
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Brew strong coffee
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Combine the brown sugar and coffee in your cup.
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Stir until completely dissolved.
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Add the Irish whiskey and stir thoroughly.
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Lightly whip the cream.
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Pour the cream over the back of the spoon very carefully.
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Optional: Add a sprinkle of freshly grated nutmeg to garnish.
Notes
- Unsweetened cream is best, as the drink is already very sweet. You’ll want the whipped cream to complement, not compete with, the rest of the drink.
- While some recipes suggest espresso, regular brewed coffee is the way to go here.
- Get your ingredients ready beforehand and time your coffee brewing to have it as hot as possible.
- Preheat your vessel by filling it with hot water to help keep the coffee warm as you assemble the drink. (#4 on our list of ways to keep your coffee hot).
- Choose a stylish glass vessel. Believe it or not, using a traditional Irish coffee glass or clear Irish coffee mugs will affect the taste.
- Don’t skimp on the whiskey – use a top quality brand such as Jameson’s Irish Whiskey.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 2
- Category: drinks
- Cuisine: drinks
Keywords: Irish coffee