Description
Original Irish Coffee is a classic warm cocktail combining strong brewed coffee, Irish whiskey, and brown sugar, topped with softly whipped heavy cream. This comforting drink offers a delightful balance of rich coffee flavor and creamy sweetness, perfect for cozy evenings or after meals.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Irish Coffee
- 8 oz freshly brewed strong coffee
- 1-2 tsp brown sugar (to taste)
- 1.5 oz Irish whiskey (e.g., Jameson)
For the Topping
- 2 oz heavy cream
Instructions
- Brew Coffee: Brew about 8 ounces of strong coffee using your preferred method to ensure a robust flavor that complements the whiskey.
- Warm Glass: Warm a heatproof glass by filling it with hot water, then discard the water to help maintain the temperature of the drink longer.
- Add Sugar and Coffee: Add 1-2 teaspoons of brown sugar to the warmed glass, then fill it three-quarters full with the hot coffee. Stir well until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Add Whiskey: Pour in 1.5 ounces of Irish whiskey and gently stir to combine the flavors.
- Whip Cream: In a separate bowl, lightly whip 2 ounces of heavy cream until it forms soft peaks, which will create a smooth topping.
- Float Cream: Carefully pour the whipped cream over the back of a spoon onto the coffee mixture, allowing the cream to float on top and create the distinctive layered Irish Coffee look.
Notes
- Use freshly brewed strong coffee for the best flavor balance with the whiskey.
- The brown sugar amount can be adjusted based on your preferred sweetness level.
- Floating the cream over the back of a spoon helps maintain the layered effect and prevents it from mixing too much with the coffee.
- Serve immediately while hot to enjoy the contrast between warm coffee and cold cream.
