Irish Coffee Recipe

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    1 serving

  • Calories

    163 kcal

  • Course

    Drinks

  • Cuisine

    Irish

Irish Coffee Recipe

Irish Coffee is a warm, layered beverage featuring strong black coffee, raw sugar, a measure of Irish whiskey, and a topping of real whipped cream. The drink is meant to be served in a pre-warmed glass to maintain temperature and provide a smooth drinking experience blending the bitterness of coffee with sweet and boozy elements, finished with creaminess on top.

Description

The Irish Coffee recipe involves warming a glass by filling it with boiling water before discarding the water. Raw sugar is placed into the warmed glass, then strong black coffee is added and stirred to dissolve the sugar. Irish whiskey is poured in next and stirred to combine. The drink is topped with a layer of real whipped cream, which floats on the surface, creating a contrast between the creamy top and the hot coffee and whiskey below.

This classic preparation produces a comforting, layered cocktail that balances bitterness, sweetness, and smoothness. It is ideal for sipping slowly while warm, often enjoyed as an after-dinner drink.

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Ingredients

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  • 1 cup coffee strong, black
  • 1 tsp sugar raw is best
  • 1.5 oz whiskey Irish
  • ¼ cup Whipped Cream Use real whipped cream

Instructions

  1. For this recipe you should use a glass ( a wine glass works well).
  2. Heat the glass by pouring boiling water in it and allow it so sit for a minute or so. Dump out the water.
  3. Place raw sugar in the glass and add the coffee and stir.
  4. Add the whiskey and stir.
  5. Top with whipped cream.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 163kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 11mg (4%) Sodium 5mg (0%) Potassium 116mg (2%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 105IU (2%) Calcium 15mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 163 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 163kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 11mg 4%
Sodium 5mg 0%
Potassium 116mg 2%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 105IU 2%
Calcium 15mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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