Irish Coffee

Hot coffee, Irish whiskey and a little brown sugar under a cap of lightly whipped cream. Warming and perfect on a cold night.

Time: 6 min
Difficulty: Medium
Method: Built in glass
Glass: Irish coffee glass

Ingredients

Servings

Irish whiskey1 ¾ oz
Hot coffee4 oz
Sugar — brown sugar1 tsp
Heavy cream — lightly whipped1 ¾ oz

How to make it

1
Warm the glass with hot water, then empty it.
2
Add hot coffee and brown sugar and stir to dissolve.
3
Stir in the whiskey.
4
Float lightly whipped cream on top over the back of a spoon.

Bar gear

Tools you'll need

JiggerA double-sided measure so every drink comes out the same. Look for one marked in ½ and ¼ oz.
Bar spoonA long, thin spoon for stirring, layering and fishing out cherries.

Recommended glassware

Irish coffee glassA heat-safe stemmed mug for hot drinks and toddies.

No shaker? A clean jar with a tight lid works. Build your home bar →

Recipe source: IBA Official Cocktail specification. Quantities and basic method are factual. Description and steps are original Mixistry copy. Last updated 2026-10-11.

Contains alcohol. For adults of legal drinking age — please enjoy responsibly.