This traditional Irish coffee recipe will open your eyes with hot brewed coffee, deliciously smooth Irish whiskey, and a touch of creamy sweetness from the whipped cream. This must be your lucky day!
Warm your bones with a hot, creamy, eye-opening mug of Traditional Irish Coffee.
Don’t mind if I do. 🙂
And please, always drink responsibly!
Jump to Recipe**Please Note – The printable recipe card with detailed instructions, complete ingredient measurements, and nutritional information for making Traditional Irish Coffee is available near the end of this post OR click the jump to recipe tab (above) to be taken directly to the recipe.
The ingredient list;
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- Brewed Coffee
- Irish Whiskey
- Whipped Cream
- Green Sugar (optional)
Kitchen tools and equipment needed:
- Coffee Maker (French press, pour-over, single-serve style)
- Irish Coffee Mugs
- Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer (optional for the whipped cream)
- Shot Glass
Cheers to Irish coffee!
Winter was long and bleak. Thankfully we’re coming out of it now and we’re turning the corner into spring.
What better way to usher in springtime than with a delicious St. Patrick’s day cocktail.
Not only will this Irish coffee cocktail warm your bones, but it will also put a little pep in your step!
They’re magically delicious!
Can Irish coffee be made with decaffeinated coffee?
Yes! Not a problem!
Can this Irish coffee beverage be made with flavored coffee?
I wouldn’t tell you no.
Go with whatever flavored coffee you like the best, and enjoy!
Typically, how many ounces are in a shot?
Throughout the majority United States, a standard shot is defined as 1.5 fluid ounces.
However, in Utah, a standard shot is considered 1.0 fluid ounces.
How to make Irish Coffee;
- Brew coffee, as strong or as weak as you like.
- Add Irish whiskey, as much or as little as you like.
- Top with whipped cream, as much or as little as you like.
- Sprinkle with green sugar (optional), as much or as little as you like.
Additional for St. Patrick’s Day recipes:
- Irish Coffee No-Churn Ice Cream (pictured below)
“Save this Boozy Irish Coffee Ice Cream for after the kiddos have gone to bed, and then you can savor the flavor of being a grownup!”
- Corned Beef and Cabbage for the Slow Cooker from Spend with Pennies
- Colcannon Irish Potatoes from Whole Food Bellies
- Irish Potato Candy from Sugar and Soul
- Traditional Irish Shortbread (pictured below)
“This rolled Traditional Irish Shortbread is rich and buttery. It’s simply the best tasting cookie that requires only four simple ingredients. This must be your lucky day!”
- Corned Beef Stuffed Boxty (pictured below)
“Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a classically stuffed boxty. An Irish Corned Beef Boxty is a potato pancake that is filled with tender corned beef and lots of melted Swiss cheese.”
- Traditional Irish Coffee (pictured below) THIS IS THE PLACE!
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Below is the printable recipe card along with the exact ingredient measurements and nutritional information for making today’s Irish coffee.
Eye-opening and delicious!
- 2 cups brewed coffee
- 2 shots Irish whiskey
- ½ cup whipped cream
- green sugar optional
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Divide the hot coffee and Irish whiskey into two coffee mugs.
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Top with whipped cream and green sugar, if desired.
I sincerely hope you’ve enjoyed today’s St. Patricks’ day cocktail recipe as much as I’ve enjoyed bringing it to you!
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I haven't had an Irish Coffee in years! If I had a few of these served to me this Winter I may have never want to get changed from flannel pj's, robe and slippers. Not to mention moving me away from a cozy fireplace would be a feat in itself. So looking forward to the end of this Arctic Vortex!!!
You and me both, Paula! This has been one of the longest winters I've ever experienced and it's only January! UGH!
Printed and can not wait to make the Irish Coffee….it is calling me
It's been calling my name too, Pam. You're going to love this!
I will be in Ireland in April. This recipe really has me in the mood! So simple too – making it this weekend!
Lucky girl! I’m dying to go to Ireland. Hopefully, someday I will. Have a wonderful time, Beth!
Delicious! St. Paddy’s Day wouldn’t be complete without Irish Coffee. 😉
I couldn’t agree more, Samantha!! 😉
I make this every year even though I am not Irish I love to celebrate St Patricks Day with your recipe! Its the best I ever had!
Cheers, Claudia. Thanks for the rating and the sweet comment!
I remember my best friend’s mom ordering this at the restaurant all the time when we were younger!! And I LOVED the smell. And the fancy glass. So many fond memories. Thanks for this simple and yummy recipe. Love making it for myself now! And especially happy for the link where to get the sweet glass to drink it from!
My pleasure, Lisalia! Isn’t it the very best when food can conjure up great memories?
Enjoy!
Renee