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Classic Irish Cream Coffee Cocktail

A warm, smooth coffee drink infused with Irish cream liqueur and topped with lightly whipped cream, perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 cocktails
Course: Beverage, Cocktail
Cuisine: American, Irish
Calories: 245
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the coffee cocktail
  • 1 cup freshly brewed hot coffee, strong Brew coffee strong for the best flavor.
  • 3 oz Irish cream liqueur About 6 tbsp.
  • 1 oz Irish whiskey Optional, about 2 tbsp.
  • 2 tsp light brown sugar Dissolve in the hot coffee.
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream, cold Whip with powdered sugar.
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar For sweetening the cream.
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon For garnish.
  • 2 sticks cinnamon sticks Optional for garnish.
  • grated chocolate or cocoa powder Optional for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by brewing the coffee strong so it can hold up to the cream and liqueur.
  2. In a small bowl, beat the cold heavy cream with the powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
Warming and Sweetening
  1. Warm two heatproof mugs or glasses by rinsing them with hot water, then dry them well.
  2. Divide the brown sugar between the mugs, and pour in the hot coffee. Stir until the sugar fully dissolves.
Mixing
  1. Add the Irish cream liqueur to each mug. If desired, add the Irish whiskey too. Stir gently.
Serving
  1. Gently spoon the softly whipped cream over the back of a spoon held just above the drink.
  2. Dust the top with cinnamon and add grated chocolate or cocoa powder if you like. Tuck in a cinnamon stick.
  3. Serve right away while the coffee is still hot and the cream is fresh.

Notes

This cocktail is fast and easy to make, perfect for chilly nights or gatherings. Substitute ingredients as desired for different flavors.