Irish Whiskey-Infused Coffee Cocktail with Cream
A warming cocktail that combines robust coffee with smooth Irish whiskey and a touch of cream for a decadent finish. This Irish-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together freshly brewed hot 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 200 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
- 6 oz freshly brewed hot coffee
- 2 oz Irish whiskey
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy cream, lightly whipped
- a pinch ground nutmeg, for garnish
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Instructions
- Step 1: Brew 6 oz of your favorite strong hot coffee and pour it into a pre-warmed heatproof glass or mug.
- Step 2: Stir in 1 tbsp brown sugar until completely dissolved to sweeten the coffee.
- Step 3: Add 2 oz Irish whiskey and stir gently to combine all flavors.
- Step 4: Lightly whip 2 tbsp heavy cream just until it thickens but is still pourable. Slowly float the cream over the back of a spoon on top of the coffee to create a layered effect.
- Step 5: Garnish with a pinch of ground nutmeg for a subtle spice aroma and serve immediately.






