Irish Coffee
A recipe for Irish Coffee! Strongly brewed coffee is paired with Irish Whiskey and brown sugar, then topped with a thick layer of lightly whipped cream.
Servings 1 Serving
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1.5 ounces (44 milliliters) Irish Whiskey
- 2 teaspoons dark brown sugar
- 6 ounces (177 milliliters) freshly brewed, strong coffee hot
- Grated chocolate or nutmeg for garnish, optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk the heavy cream until slightly thickened with no more than soft peaks. Set aside.
- Pour hot water into a heat-safe glass mug. Once the mug is warmed, pour the water back out. This will keep the coffee hot longer.
- Pour the whiskey into the warm mug.
- Add the brown sugar.
- Pour in the hot coffee, leaving at least 1/2 inch (1.25 centimeters) free for the cream.
- Stir until the sugar is dissolved and blended into the coffee.
- Gently pour the cream over the back of a spoon angled down just over the coffee to form a distinct layer on top.
- If desired, garnish with grated chocolate or nutmeg. Serve immediately.