Enjoy a classic Irish coffee for a cozy drink that will keep you warm down to your toes! This classic Irish coffee recipe combines hot coffee, Irish whiskey, and delicious homemade whipped cream for a rich and satisfying adults-only treat.
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History of Irish Cream
In the early ’70’s a couple of guys from Gilbeys (a division of the International Distillers and Vitners – ID&V) were recruited to come up with a new drink to export out of Ireland. With Ireland producing more cream then they knew what to do with and also famed for having the best whiskey, Bailey’s Irish Cream came to be. One of the highest grossing liqueurs of all times, Irish Cream continues its popularity still today. It is the perfect ingredient for a pumpkin spice coffee.
Ingredients
Homemade Whipped Cream ingredients:
- 1 pint heavy whipping cream
Irish Coffee:
- 16 oz. freshly brewed hot coffee
- 2 oz. Irish whiskey
- Large dollop of whipped cream
- powdered cocoa, for garnish
Extras
* substitute pre-made whipped cream, if preferred.
Equipment
- Medium bowl
- Hand mixer or immersion blender
Instructions
- Blend 1 pint of heavy whipping cream, in a large bowl, with a hand mixer or immersion blender until it doubles in size and changes texture.
- Brew coffee grounds as usual.
- Pour 2 oz. Irish whiskey into each cup and top with 4 oz. of freshly brewed coffee.
- Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with cocoa powder as a garnish before serving. Enjoy!
Irish Coffee Mug
The Irish coffee mug has a unique shape all its own, much like a martini glass is a distinct shape.
Storage Instructions
Use what you need and store the rest in an airtight container for several weeks – if it lasts that long!
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Classic Irish Coffee
Ingredients
- Homemade Whipped Cream ingredients:
- 1 pint heavy whipping cream
- Irish Coffee:
- 16 oz. freshly brewed hot coffee
- 2 oz. Irish whiskey
- Large dollop of whipped cream
- powdered cocoa, for garnish
Instructions
- Blend 1 pint of heavy whipping cream, in a large bowl, with a hand mixer or immersion blender until it doubles in size and changes texture.
- Brew coffee grounds as usual.
- Pour 2 oz. Irish whiskey into each cup and top with 4 oz. of freshly brewed coffee.
- Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with cocoa powder as a garnish before serving. Enjoy!