Traditional Irish Coffee
Warm up your day with the soul-soothing charm of Traditional Irish Coffee, a classic drink that marries bold flavors and indulgent textures. This iconic recipe combines freshly brewed hot coffee, smooth Irish whiskey, and a touch of brown sugar for sweetness, all expertly balanced beneath a silky layer of lightly whipped heavy cream. In just 5 minutes, you can create this perfectly layered beverage that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ideal for cozy evenings or as a festive after-dinner treat, this easy-to-make drink offers a delightful combination of warmth and richness. Serve your Irish coffee in a heatproof glass for the ultimate café-style presentation and enjoy the timeless taste of Ireland in every sip.
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Ingredients
- 240 ml Hot freshly brewed coffee
- 45 ml Irish whiskey
- 2 tsp Brown sugar
- 60 ml Heavy cream
Directions
Step 1
Begin by brewing a cup of strong, hot coffee and set it aside.
Step 2
In a heatproof glass or Irish coffee mug, add 2 teaspoons of brown sugar.
Step 3
Pour in 45 ml of Irish whiskey over the sugar and stir to dissolve the sugar completely.
Step 4
Top with 240 ml of hot coffee, leaving about 2 cm of space at the top of the glass.
Step 5
In a small bowl, lightly whip the heavy cream so it thickens slightly but is still pourable.
Step 6
Gently pour the whipped cream over the back of a spoon to float it on top of the coffee mixture.
Step 7
Serve immediately and enjoy your Traditional Irish Coffee with the perfect layering of cream on top.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (354.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 329.1 |
| Total Fat 20g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 60mg | 0% |
| Sodium 26.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 5.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.8g | |
| Protein 0.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 9.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 125.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories