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Beth pouring Jameson into two Irish Coffee glasses, a bowl of lightly whipped cream and a platter of shortbread cookies beside her
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Beth Djalali

Classic Irish Coffee

The combination of hot coffee, smooth Irish whiskey, and that pillowy layer of cream is pure comfort.
Makes: 2 Cocktails
Prep Time 10 minutes

Ingredients:  

For the Coffee:

  • 2 cups hot strong brewed coffee
  • 3 oz Jameson Irish Whiskey 1.5 oz per drink
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon per drink

For the Whipped Cream:

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream cold
  • 1 teaspoon powdered sugar optional

Instructions: 

  • Warm your glasses: Fill two Irish coffee glasses or heat-safe mugs with hot water. Let sit for a minute, then discard the water. This keeps your coffee hot longer.
  • Make the lightly whipped cream: In a cold bowl, whisk the heavy cream (and powdered sugar, if using) until it just begins to thicken and holds soft peaks. You want it pourable but thick enough to float — not stiff.
  • Build the coffee: Add 1 tablespoon brown sugar to each warmed glass. Pour in the hot coffee, dividing evenly. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
  • Add the whiskey: Pour 1.5 oz Jameson into each glass. Stir gently to combine.
  • Float the cream: Hold a spoon just above the surface of the coffee, curved side up. Slowly pour the whipped cream over the back of the spoon so it floats on top. Don't stir!
  • Serve immediately — sip the hot coffee through the cool cream.

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