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The Best Irish Coffee Recipe

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  • Author: Mary & Susan
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving

Description

This classic Irish Coffee recipe combines strong brewed coffee, Irish whiskey, and a homemade demerara syrup, topped with a lightly whipped cream infused with maple syrup and vanilla bean paste. The perfect warming cocktail for a cozy evening.

Ingredients

Syrup:

  • 1 cup demerara sugar
  • 1/2 cup water

Whipped Cream:

  • 1 cup cold heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste

Irish Coffee:

  • 1 oz demerara syrup
  • 1 1/2 oz Irish whiskey
  • 6 oz strong brewed coffee
  • Whipped cream, for topping
  • Freshly grated nutmeg, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the Syrup: Combine the demerara sugar and water in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
  2. Prepare the Whipped Cream: While the coffee is brewing, combine the cold heavy cream, pure maple syrup, and vanilla bean paste in a mixing bowl. Whisk gently until the cream thickens just before forming soft peaks, ensuring it will blend well rather than simply float on top.
  3. Assemble the Irish Coffee: Pour 1 oz (2 tablespoons) of the prepared demerara syrup into the bottom of an Irish coffee mug. Add 1 1/2 oz of Irish whiskey and a small amount of freshly brewed coffee. Stir well to combine.
  4. Add Coffee: Pour more coffee into the mug, filling it until about 1/2 inch below the rim, leaving space for the cream topping.
  5. Top with Whipped Cream and Nutmeg: Gently spoon the lightly whipped cream over the coffee mixture, creating a creamy layer on top. Finish with a sprinkle of freshly grated nutmeg for added aroma and flavor.

Notes

  • Use freshly brewed strong coffee for the best flavor.
  • Do not over-whip the cream; soft peaks allow it to blend smoothly into the coffee.
  • Demerara sugar provides a subtle molasses flavor that enhances the cocktail.
  • You can adjust the amount of whiskey to taste.
  • This recipe makes one serving; scale ingredients accordingly for more people.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Irish

Find it online: https://mysimpledish.com/the-best-irish-coffee-recipe/