Description
This Irish Coffee with Whipped Cream is a delightful balance of rich flavors. Combining smooth Irish whiskey, maple syrup, and fresh coffee, it’s a warm, cozy drink perfect for any occasion. Quick to prepare and irresistibly satisfying, it’s an excellent choice for coffee lovers seeking a comforting beverage.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ ounces irish whiskey (that’s 3 tablespoons/i used jameson)
- 1 to 2 teaspoons maple syrup, to taste
- 6 ounces hot freshly brewed coffee (that’s ¾ cup/use your favorite roast)
- whipped cream, for topping
Instructions
- In a heat-safe mug, combine the whiskey and 1 teaspoon of maple syrup.
- Add a splash of coffee and stir until the maple syrup dissolves.
- Pour in the remaining coffee and adjust sweetness with more maple syrup, if desired.
- Top the drink with whipped cream, pouring gently over a spoon to create a float.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
For a sweeter drink, feel free to adjust the amount of maple syrup to your liking.
Use freshly brewed coffee for the best flavor, and consider different roasts for varied taste profiles.
If you want to make this drink iced, simply allow the coffee to cool and add ice before topping with whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg