Creamy Irish Coffee Recipe with Whiskey Whipped Cream
A warm and indulgent Irish coffee featuring strong brewed coffee topped with whiskey-infused whipped cream, perfect for cozy nights and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz (180 ml) freshly brewed strong coffee (dark roast recommended)
- 1 ½ oz (45 ml) Irish whiskey for the coffee
- ½ cup (120 ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 2 tbsp (25 g) powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp (12 g) brown sugar
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Irish whiskey for the whipped cream
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Brew about 6 oz (180 ml) of strong, freshly brewed coffee and pour it into a glass mug while still hot.
- Stir in 1 tbsp (12 g) brown sugar into the hot coffee until fully dissolved.
- Add 1 ½ oz (45 ml) Irish whiskey to the coffee and gently stir.
- In a chilled bowl, combine ½ cup (120 ml) heavy whipping cream, 2 tbsp (25 g) powdered sugar, 1 tbsp (15 ml) Irish whiskey, and ½ tsp (2.5 ml) vanilla extract if using. Whip with an electric mixer or whisk until soft peaks form (about 3–4 minutes).
- Using a spoon, gently pour the whiskey whipped cream over the back of the spoon so it floats atop the coffee.
- Let the glass sit for a moment to allow the cream to settle slightly before serving.
Notes
Chill the bowl and whisk before whipping the cream to speed up the process. Whip cream to soft peaks for best layering effect. Pour whipped cream slowly over the back of a spoon to float it on top. Serve immediately for best texture and temperature. For dairy-free version, use coconut cream and substitute whiskey with coffee liqueur.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 8 oz
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 15
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 11
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Protein: 1
Keywords: Irish coffee, whiskey whipped cream, creamy coffee, warm drink, cozy beverage, easy Irish coffee