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 Irish Coffee.
Don't mind if I do. 🙂
And please, always drink responsibly!
Table of Contents Found Here
- The ingredient list:
- Kitchen tools and equipment needed:
- Cheers to Irish coffee!
- Can Irish coffee be made with decaffeinated coffee?
- Can this spiked coffee beverage be made with flavored coffee?
- Can this coffee with whiskey recipe be made with instant coffee?
- Typically, how many ounces are in a shot?
- How to make Irish Coffee:
- Additional St. Patrick's Day recipes:
- Printable Recipe Card
- Please comment if you've made this 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 spiked coffee beverage be made with flavored coffee?
I wouldn't tell you no.
Go with whatever flavored coffee you like the best, and enjoy!
Can this coffee with whiskey recipe be made with instant coffee?
If that's what you have, that's what you use.
I actually use instant espresso powder (in a pinch) and it works just great.
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 St. Patrick's Day recipes:
- Irish Coffee No-Churn Ice Cream (shown below and in the featured video)
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 (shown below)
This rolled Traditional Irish Shortbread is rich and buttery. It’s simply the best-tasting cookie that requires only four simple ingredients.
- Corned Beef Stuffed Boxty (shown 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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Printable Recipe Card
TRADITIONAL IRISH COFFEE
Ingredients
- 2 cups brewed coffee
- 2 shots Irish whiskey
- ½ cup whipped cream
- green sugar optional
Instructions
- Divide the hot coffee and Irish whiskey into two coffee mugs.
- Top with whipped cream and green sugar, if desired.
Nutrition
I sincerely hope you've enjoyed today's St. Patricks' day cocktail recipe as much as I've enjoyed bringing it to you!
Should you have any questions or comments regarding anything you've seen on my site, please don't hesitate to reach out to contact me. It is always my distinct pleasure to get back with you just as soon as I possibly can!
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Until we eat again, I hope you have a delicious day!
Lisalia says
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!
Renée says
My pleasure, Lisalia! Isn't it the very best when food can conjure up great memories?
Enjoy!
Renee
Claudia Lamascolo says
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!
Renée says
Cheers, Claudia. Thanks for the rating and the sweet comment!
Samantha says
Delicious! St. Paddy's Day wouldn't be complete without Irish Coffee. 😉
Renée says
I couldn't agree more, Samantha!! 😉
Beth says
I will be in Ireland in April. This recipe really has me in the mood! So simple too - making it this weekend!
Renée says
Lucky girl! I'm dying to go to Ireland. Hopefully, someday I will. Have a wonderful time, Beth!
Pam says
Printed and can not wait to make the Irish Coffee....it is calling me
Renee Goerger says
It's been calling my name too, Pam. You're going to love this!
Paula says
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!!!
Renee Goerger says
You and me both, Paula! This has been one of the longest winters I've ever experienced and it's only January! UGH!