Irish Creamy Delight

This Irish Coffee recipe is a classic warm cocktail that combines the rich flavors of coffee, Irish whiskey, and a velvety layer of cream. It's a comforting and indulgent drink that's perfect for enjoying on a chilly evening or as a delightful after-dinner treat. The smooth, creamy texture of the layered cream atop the robust coffee and whiskey creates a luxurious drinking experience that will surely warm your spirits.

Irish Creamy Delight

A classic warm cocktail featuring coffee, Irish whiskey, and a velvety layer of cream – a comforting and indulgent drink perfect for chilly evenings or as an after-dinner treat.

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Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup hot brewed coffee
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 1/2 oz. Irish whiskey
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat a heatproof glass with hot water and discard the water from the glass.
  2. Shake the cream in a cocktail shaker or whisk with a small tubular whisk until it reaches a thicker but still fluid consistency.
  3. Put the sugar, whiskey, and hot coffee in the warm glass, ensuring the sugar is dissolved and stirred into the coffee and whiskey.
  4. Gently layer the cream over the surface of the drink using a flat-bottomed spoon.
  5. Garnish with grated nutmeg, if desired, and serve immediately.