My Irish coffee is boozy and silky, finished with a light Bailey’s whipped cream that floats on top—not sinks. It requires just five ingredients and no special equipment. Serve it with Guinness cupcakes, Bailey’s cheesecake, or Irish nachos to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style.
There’s a unique comfort in a drink that’s both warm and boozy. This easy Irish coffee delivers that cozy feeling—rich coffee spiked with whiskey and crowned with a silky Baileys cream. It’s perfect for a quiet night reading on the couch and elegant enough to offer after dinner when friends stop by.
Ingredient Notes and Shopping Tips
- Coffee: Use strong, freshly brewed hot coffee. A dark roast works best because it stands up to the whiskey and cream—Sumatra or another bold blend is a good choice.
- Irish Whiskey: Jameson is the classic go-to for Irish coffee; Bushmills or another smooth Irish whiskey can be used if that’s what you have.
- Brown Sugar: Don’t skip the brown sugar. It adds flavor and increases the coffee’s density so the whipped cream is more likely to float on top rather than sink.
- Heavy Cream: Keep it ice-cold before whipping so it reaches the right texture quickly and holds up on top of the coffee.
Bartender Trick
Combine the Bailey’s and cold heavy cream in a cocktail shaker and shake until foamy. That texture helps the cream float neatly on top of the coffee.
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📖 Recipe
Irish Coffee With Bailey’s Whipped Cream
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Heavy Cream
- 3 Tablespoons Bailey’s Irish Creme
- ½ Cup Jameson Irish Whiskey
- 4 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
- 4 Cups Coffee
Instructions
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Combine the heavy cream and Bailey’s Irish Cream in a cocktail shaker and shake until foamy. Set aside.
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Pour 1 cup of hot coffee into each glass. Stir in about 2 tablespoons of Irish whiskey and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar per cup, adjusting to taste.
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Spoon a generous amount of the Bailey’s whipped cream on top of each coffee so it floats as a creamy cap. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrates: 16 g
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Protein: 1 g
