Irish Coffee with Vanilla
A classic Irish coffee reimagined with a whisper of vanilla, balancing rich coffee, smooth whiskey, and a delicate cream float for a perfectly balanced evening sip. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together strong brewed coffee, Irish whiskey, brown sugar for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
- 1.5 oz Irish whiskey
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp, lightly whipped heavy cream
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Instructions
- Step 1: Warm a heatproof mug by rinsing it with hot water, then dry thoroughly with a towel.
- Step 2: Add 1.5 oz Irish whiskey, 1 teaspoon brown sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract to the mug and stir until sugar dissolves completely (about 30 seconds).
- Step 3: Pour 1/2 cup hot strong brewed coffee into the mug, stirring gently to combine all ingredients.
- Step 4: Gently spoon 2 tablespoons lightly whipped heavy cream over the coffee, allowing it to float on top without mixing.
- Step 5: Serve immediately while the cream remains visible on the surface.
