Irish Coffee Recipe | Gimme Some Oven (2024)

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Classic Irish coffees are made with just four ingredients: hot coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar and whipped cream. Oftentimes in restaurants, Irish coffees are overwhelmingly sweet and rich.

Classic Irish coffees are made with just four ingredients: hot coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar and whipped cream. Oftentimes in restaurants, Irish coffees are overwhelmingly sweet and rich.

Irish cream coffee (also known as Baileys coffee) can be considered a variant of Irish coffee, but involves the use of Irish cream as a "pre-mixed" substitute for the whisky, cream and sugar.

Irish whiskey is mild by nature, and this is one of its ideal instantiations. Jameson, Bushmills, Slaine, Proper No. 12, and really any other entry-level Irish whiskey are all going to be excellent.

Getting that look is where many people flounder. It is a matter of elementary physics that the cream has to be less dense than the coffee/whiskey mixture. So many get to that stage only to find the cream sinking into the coffee mixture. The stronger the coffee, the denser the mixture.

In Southeast Asia, you may see a co*cktail of iced coffee and whiskey, sometimes without cream, under the name "Irish coffee" served. Gaelic coffee is very similar to Irish coffee, but instead of Irish whiskey, Scotch whiskey is used instead. And in Russia, instead of Irish whiskey, vodka is used.

Pour Baileys and Kahlua into Irish coffee glass. Fill glass with hot coffee. Top with whipped cream and serve.

While Ireland as a country prefers tea as their hot drink of choice, Irish coffee in particular is making a name for itself both in and out of Ireland. This delicious yet strong beverage can be found in many of Ireland's pubs and is a rather simple drink to make.

The History Of The Irish Coffee co*cktail

Joe Sheridan, a chef and bartender at the airport's restaurant, decided to whip up a special drink to warm up the chilly passengers. He brewed up some hot coffee and added a shot of Irish whiskey to each cup.

St. Patrick's Day or not, an Irish Coffee is an ideal fall and winter co*cktail thanks to its warming nature—both from the hot coffee and the toasty whiskey, while the cream ensures a velvety richness. The co*cktail has a fascinating history spanning continents.

How do you get the cream to float on an Irish coffee? ›

Empty the glass and pour the sweetened whiskey into the bottom, then stir in the coffee. Take the cream out of the fridge, whisk once, then pour it on over the back of a spoon (this helps to stop it sinking). Grate a little nutmeg over the top and serve immediately.

Should I Stir Irish Coffee? No — you'll add the cream and serve without stirring. The difference in temperature between the hot coffee and the cream is all part of the experience.

Jameson is the undisputed leader in Irish Whiskey. In fact, five of the Top 10 Irish Whiskey items sold at Union in 2023 all hail from the Jameson brand. However, the flagship Jameson label took a small hit in 2023 on-premise, with about 1.4 percent share decline.

Avoid Curdling: The pH level of coffee can cause curdling. A workaround is to use a lower-acidity coffee. Gently warming Baileys before adding it to coffee can also help prevent curdling.

Recipe Tip

Avoid curdling – I did some research as to ensure a life free of curdling and it's all about adding the alcohol slowly and being sure to use heavy cream. Alcohol is an acid so making irish cream with, say, whole milk will definitely break the milk, which could result in some serious coagulation.

Add the milk first

Adding milk to your cup first and then coffee will gently bring the milk's temperature down, making it less likely to curdle. By adding the milk second, the temperature change is more sudden. Alternatively, let your coffee cool down a bit.

While you should generally avoid combining alcohol and caffeine, having an occasional Irish coffee won't harm you. Just be sure to consume these types of drinks in moderation and to be aware of not only the alcohol content, but also the potential caffeine content.

The coffee specialty with the subtle sweetness and a shot of Irish whiskey has a very unique character. It warms you up wonderfully and spreads a special feeling of coziness. Read the best tips here about the delicious hot beverage from the Emerald Isle.

“Only Irish coffee provides in a single glass all four essential food groups: alcohol, caffeine, sugar and fat.” – A Levine. Coffee, cream, whisky, and a touch of sweet brown sugar… few things beat the warm buzz of a traditional Irish Coffee on a crisp day. We hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do!