Irish Coffee – Coffee with Irish whiskey
Irish Coffee is a classic cocktail that warms from the inside out, combining the boldness of coffee with the smoothness of Irish whiskey. It is typically served hot, making it an ideal drink for chilly evenings or as a soothing after-dinner beverage. The recipe involves hot coffee poured over brown sugar and stirred until dissolved, followed by the addition of Irish whiskey. The concoction is then topped with a layer of thick cream, which is carefully poured over the back of a spoon to float on top of the coffee, creating a delightful contrast between the hot liquid and cool cream. The drink is not stirred after adding the cream, as the layers are meant to be sipped together. Often garnished with a sprinkle of nutmeg or cinnamon, this beverage is both invigorating and indulgent.
In this session, we're diving into the rich and warming world of Irish Coffee, where Vlad SlickBartender guides us through three delightful renditions of this classic beverage. Starting from a simple home-styled Irish Coffee to a more refined barista creation, and finally, an expert version with a unique whipped cream concoction, you're in for a caffeinated treat. Perfect for a cozy evening or an after-dinner indulgence, let's explore these Irish Coffee variants that promise to cater to every level of coffee enthusiast.
Ingredients:
For the Basic Irish Coffee:
- 1 or 2 cubes of sugar (to taste)
- Home-brewed black coffee
- 1 oz Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey
- Whipped cream topping
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For the Pro Irish Coffee:
- Hot water (for preheating)
- ¾ oz simple syrup
- 1½ oz Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey
- Freshly ground coffee for brewing
- Heavy cream (for layering)
- Nutmeg (for garnish, optional)
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For the Expert Irish Coffee:
- Hot water (for preheating and diluting demerara sugar)
- Demerara syrup (1 part demerara sugar to 1 part hot water, dissolved)
- Freshly ground coffee for brewing in a Chemex
- 2 oz heavy cream
- ½ oz Bailey's Irish Cream
- 1 oz Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey
Instructions:
For the Basic Irish Coffee:
1. Preheat your coffee or tea cup with hot water, fill it to the top, keep it in for about 20 seconds, then discard the water.
2. Add your preferred amount of sugar to the preheated cup.
3. Pour in the home-brewed black coffee, leaving enough space for whipped cream.
4. Stir the coffee and sugar with a tablespoon to combine.
5. Add 1 oz of Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey into the mix.
6. Top the coffee with a generous amount of whipped cream topping.
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For the Pro Irish Coffee:
1. Preheat the Irish coffee mug with hot water, then discard the water.
2. Add ¾ oz of simple syrup to the mug.
3. Pour in 1½ oz of Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey.
4. Brew fresh coffee using a V60 coffee maker or your preferred method until you have about 11-12 ounces.
5. Fill the mug with freshly brewed coffee, leaving room for cream.
6. Stir the mixture with a spoon.
7. Using a bar spoon, gently layer heavy cream on top of the coffee.
8. Grate nutmeg over the top for garnish if desired.
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For the Expert Irish Coffee:
1. Preheat your glass with hot water, then discard the water.
2. Make a small amount of demerara syrup by dissolving demerara sugar in hot water until fully dissolved.
3. Add ½ oz of the syrup to the glass.
4. Brew coffee with a Chemex and paper filter. The process should take about 4 minutes.
5. In a creamer, combine 2 oz of heavy cream and ½ oz of Bailey's Irish Cream, secure it, and charge until ready.
6. Discard the preheating water from your glass, add the demerara syrup, and pour 1 oz of Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey.
7. Add freshly brewed coffee, leaving space for cream.
8. Pour the specially prepared cream on top to create a perfect layer.
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These recipes are brought to you by Vlad SlickBartender. For visual aid and more of his creations, please visit his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@VladSlickBartender.
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