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Cocktail

Jameson Irish Coffee Recipe

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When it comes to coffee drinks, there’s nothing more quintessentially Irish than adding a little drop of Jameson Irish Whiskey to add some warmth and make a cold winter’s evening more enjoyable.

So, go ahead and indulge in the magic of this Irish whiskey cocktail, and let your taste buds dance with joy as they experience the mischievous twist of a cosy winter evening.

What do you need

Ingredients

  • 35 ml Jameson Original
  • 60 ml Lightly Whipped Cream
  • 10 ml Demerara Sugar Syrup
  • 90 ml Espresso
  • Grated Nutmeg
  • 1⅙ Parts Jameson Original
  • 2 Parts Lightly Whipped Cream
  • ⅓ Parts Demerara Sugar Syrup
  • 3 Parts Espresso
  • Grated Nutmeg
20 minutes
1 serving
440 cals
Difficulty
Nutrition

  • Gluten
    Free

Glassware

  • Irish Coffee Glass

Equipment

  • Jigger

Step-by-step

How to make

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Step 1

Add the Jameson, Demerara syrup and coffee to a pre heated tempered glass.

1.Add 500g Demerara sugar, 250ml water to a saucepan and bring to a boil. 2. Reduce heat and stir until sugar is dissolved. 3. Remove from heat, allow to cool, bottle and refrigerate.

Top Tip

Use a protein shaker to whip your cream. Or use a cocktail shaker with the spring from your cocktail strainer.

About this Cocktail

There are many famous whiskey cocktails known around the world for their fantastic flavour, a few of which we’ve come up with ourselves (here’s looking at you JGL). But, no cocktail is as iconically Irish, as the Irish Coffee. The ideal aperitif, always ready to warm your bones on a winter’s night, and Irish Coffee made with smooth triple-distilled Jameson Irish Whiskey is the perfect partner to any evening trading tales with friends.

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Irish Coffee FAQs

What is special about an Irish Coffee?

What’s so special? Where do we begin? Not only is it an iconic cocktail recipe that never fails to impress, but it combines two of the world’s favourite beverages, coffee and whiskey, in a smooth matrimony, that tastes as good as it sounds. Top with whipped cream and some grated nutmeg and you’ve got yourself a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds.

What alcohol is in an Irish coffee?

Indeed, there is, and there are no prizes for guessing which kind. An Irish coffee should contain no more than a measure of Jameson Irish Whiskey. Now, of course, for those who are enjoying an Irish coffee for the first time, that might taste a little strong. Adding some sugar or sugar syrup to the coffee will help balance the flavour, or alternatively, ask your bartender to use a half measure of whiskey.

What is the difference between a Baileys coffee and an Irish coffee?

That’s a good question, so take note. While many of the components are the same, an Irish Coffee should always have a measure of Irish whiskey in it, while the Bailey’s in a Bailey’s coffee, is an Irish cream liqueur. An Irish Coffee will have a smooth, robust, flavourful taste from the Jameson Irish Whiskey, while Bailey’s coffee will be sweeter with a thicker texture. It’s important to know that Irish Coffee will have a higher ABV than Bailey’s Coffee, so remember to keep that in mind if you decide to try both in one sitting. No matter which one you prefer (ahem, Jameson obviously), you’re still enjoying a staple of Irish culture.

When should you drink an Irish coffee?

Irish coffee knows no bounds when it comes to timing. Whether you’re cosying up during a cold evening, indulging in a dessert affair, or bonding over laughter with friends, Irish coffee is the charismatic companion that elevates any moment with its warm embrace and spirited charm.

So, seize the opportunity, raise your glass, and let this delightful concoction work its magic whenever the occasion calls for a wink and a sip.