Emerald Elixir
Irish Coffee is a delightful hot cocktail that's perfect for warming up on chilly mornings or for savoring at any time of the day. This classic beverage combines rich, sweetened hot coffee with the warmth of Irish whiskey, topped with a luxurious layer of aerated heavy cream. Whether you're looking to start or end your St. Patrick's Day celebration, this cocktail is sure to delight your taste buds.
Emerald Elixir
A comforting and delicious hot cocktail featuring Irish whiskey, sweetened hot coffee, and a decadent layer of whipped cream.
Prep Time
2 mins
Total Time
2 mins
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz Irish Whiskey
- 4 oz hot black coffee
- 2 tsp light brown sugar
- 1 oz heavy cream
- Optional: nutmeg, chocolate shavings, or 2-3 coffee beans for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat a heatproof cup and aerate the heavy cream using a whisk or fork.
- Discard the hot water from the cup and add the brown sugar, followed by the hot coffee. Stir to dissolve the sugar.
- Pour in the Irish Whiskey and stir to combine.
- Gently pour the aerated heavy cream over the back of a spoon to create a layer on top of the cocktail.
- Optionally, garnish with nutmeg, chocolate shavings, or coffee beans.