Irish coffee in a glass, garnished with whipped cream and chocolate shavings

Irish Coffee

The story of Irish Coffee dates back to the 1940s when Joe Sheridan, an Irish chef, warmed up cold and weary travelers on a chilly evening with this special drink. Since then, this classic beverage, known worldwide, offers the perfect combination of strong coffee and Irish whiskey, made truly creamy and special by the whipped cream. Irish Coffee is more than just a simple coffee drink; it is a true experience that should be enjoyed in layers. The contrast between the hot coffee and the cool whipped cream gives the drink its distinctive character, making it the perfect choice for cold evenings or as a special dessert. If you want to make it even more special, try sprinkling it with a little cinnamon or nutmeg. Irish Coffee is the perfect drink to bring warmth and elegance to everyday life.

Prep Time 5 min
Preparation 5 min
Total 10 min
180 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 1
150 ml Strong Brewed Coffee
40 ml Irish Whiskey
1 tbsp Brown Sugar
50 ml Whipped Cream
100 ml Hot Water (for warming the glass)
1 tsp Chocolate Shavings or Cocoa Powder (for garnish)

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    Preheat a stemmed glass with hot water to keep the coffee warm longer. Then, discard the water.

    2

    Brew a strong coffee and pour it into the preheated glass.

    3

    Add the brown sugar and stir until completely dissolved.

    4

    Pour in the Irish whiskey, then gently stir to combine with the coffee.

    5

    Using the back of a spoon, carefully layer the whipped cream on top of the coffee so it doesn't mix with the liquid. Hold the spoon just above the surface of the coffee and gently pour the whipped cream over it.

    6

    Garnish the top with chocolate shavings or a sprinkle of cocoa powder.

    7

    Serve immediately, enjoying the layered combination of coffee and whipped cream!