Jul 14 2026

Irish Coffee Recipe

Time15m
Serves1

Make Irish Coffee Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Method

Drinks

  1. 1

    Brew the Coffee

    Start by brewing a cup of your favorite coffee using fresh, hot water and quality coffee grounds.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a heatproof glass or mug, combine the freshly brewed coffee and Irish whiskey.

  3. 3

    Add Sweetness

    Stir in the brown sugar until fully dissolved into the coffee and whiskey mixture.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Cream

    In a separate bowl, lightly whip the heavy cream until it thickens but is still pourable. Do not overwhip it.

  5. 5

    Top the Coffee

    Gently pour the whipped cream over the back of a spoon onto the coffee mixture, allowing it to float on top.

  6. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Garnish with a few whole coffee beans on top of the cream and serve immediately while hot.

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