Bailey's & Coffee Recipe
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Ingredients
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Coffee
Bailey's & Add-ins
Equipment
Method
Coffee
Brew the coffee
Measure and brew enough strong coffee to yield 1 cup (approx. 12 oz water for drip or follow your device's ratio). Use freshly ground beans and brew immediately before serving so the coffee is hot and aromatic.
Preheat the mug if desired by rinsing it with hot water, then discard the rinse water. This helps keep the drink warm longer.
Assemble Bailey's & Coffee
Combine Bailey's and sugar
Pour 2 tablespoons of Bailey's Irish Cream into the preheated mug. If you prefer sweeter coffee, add 1 teaspoon granulated sugar or 1 teaspoon simple syrup now.
Add hot coffee
Slowly pour the freshly brewed hot coffee into the mug over the Bailey's, filling to about 1 cup total. Stir gently with a spoon to combine the liqueur and coffee evenly.
Top and garnish
If using, spoon or pipe about 2 tablespoons of hot whipped cream on top of the coffee. Lightly dust with a pinch (about 1 teaspoon) of ground nutmeg or cocoa powder for aroma and presentation.
Taste and adjust: if you want it creamier or boozier, add another 1 tablespoon Bailey's and stir. If too strong, add a splash (1–2 tablespoons) of hot water or milk and stir.
Serve immediately while hot.
Cleanup
Rinse the mug and stirring spoon promptly to prevent sugary residue from hardening. Wash equipment per manufacturer's instructions.