Irish Coffee
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Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 1.50 fl oz Filter coffee (hot)
- 1.00 fl oz Single cream / half-and-half
Directions
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Fill toddy glass with very hot water and let stand to warm
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Lightly warm cream and whip until fluffy
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Empty the warmed glass
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Pour whiskey into warmed glass
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Add sugar syrup to glass
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Pour hot coffee into glass until three-quarters full
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Stir ingredients together
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Float whipped cream over the back of a warmed spoon
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Dust with freshly grated nutmeg and float 3 coffee beans on top
Cocktail Description
When winter winds howl and icy fingers tap at your windows, the Irish Coffee stands ready to warm both body and spirit in a single, decadent sip.
This elegant hot cocktail marries the smooth character of Jameson Irish Whiskey with rich demerara syrup and freshly brewed coffee, all crowned with a cloud of lightly whipped cream and a dusting of aromatic nutmeg. The first taste delivers the comforting warmth of coffee enhanced by whiskey's mellow oak and vanilla notes, while the demerara syrup adds a rich molasses-like sweetness that balances the slight bitterness of the brew. Though requiring some preparation with its cream-whipping step and glass-warming ritual, the Irish Coffee remains accessible to home bartenders willing to invest a few extra minutes for a superior result. Perfect for après-ski gatherings, holiday entertaining, or any chilly evening when you need something more special than ordinary coffee, this warming elixir creates an instant atmosphere of comfort and indulgence. The Irish Coffee pairs beautifully with desserts featuring chocolate or caramel notes, traditional shortbread cookies, or even savory brunch dishes like a classic Irish breakfast when served as part of a weekend gathering.
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