Irish Coffee
The Irish Coffee is a classic cocktail combining hot coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar, and topped with a layer of cream. The perfect balance of sweetness and strength, it's a beloved warm beverage enjoyed on chilly evenings or as a festive treat.
Equipment
- Heat-proof glass coffee mug
- Spoon for stirring
- Spoon for layering cream
Ingredients
- 1 cup hot, freshly brewed coffee
- 1 1/2 ounces Irish whiskey
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 ounce Heavy cream, lightly whipped
Instructions
- Pre-warm a glass coffee mug by filling it with hot water. After a few seconds, discard the water.
- Add the brown sugar to the mug, then pour in the hot coffee and stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Add the Irish whiskey to the sweetened coffee and stir to combine.
- Over the back of a spoon, gently pour the lightly whipped heavy cream onto the coffee so that it floats on top. Do not mix.
- Serve the Irish Coffee immediately with the cream on top for the drinker to stir in as they sip.
Notes
The cream should be lightly whipped to a pourable consistency but still thick enough to float on top of the coffee. For an authentic Irish Coffee experience, use Irish whiskey for its smooth and warming character.