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Irish Coffee Recipe

Freya
Irish coffee is a classic hot coffee cocktail that originated in Ireland. It is made with hot coffee that is sweetened with brown sugar, mixed with Irish whiskey, and topped with a layer of cold, unsweetened cream
Prep Time 5 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 2 people
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Strong freshly brewed coffee
  • 1-2 tablespoons Brown sugar
  • 1.5 ounces Irish whiskey
  • Unsweetened cream

Instructions
 

  • Brew a strong, dark coffee using your preferred brewing method.
    1 cup Strong freshly brewed coffee
  • In a separate bowl, whip heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form.
  • Sweeten the cream with real maple syrup and add a hint of pure vanilla extract for extra flavor.
  • In a serving glass, combine maple syrup, Irish whiskey, and the brewed coffee.
    1.5 ounces Irish whiskey, 1-2 tablespoons Brown sugar
  • Stir gently to blend the ingredients.
  • Carefully spoon the whipped cream on top of the coffee, allowing it to float and create a distinct layer.
    Unsweetened cream
  • Do not mix the cream into the coffee.
  • Serve the Irish coffee immediately while the cream is cold and the coffee is hot for the best flavor.
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