By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 1
10 min
Irish Coffee
Recipe GLPR5b0099f8b13baf
A classic Irish cocktail combining hot, freshly brewed coffee with smooth Irish whiskey and rich brown sugar, topped with a luxurious layer of whipped cream. This warming drink is perfect for a cozy evening or as an after-dinner treat. The sweetness of the sugar and the creaminess of the whipped cream balance beautifully with the bold coffee and whiskey flavors.
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Ingredients
2 teaspoons brown sugar
¾ cup hot coffee
1 ½ ounces Irish whiskey
1 ounce whipped cream
Directions
Brew a fresh cup of hot coffee and pour ¾ cup into a warm glass or mug. If using a cold glass, rinse it with hot water first to prevent cracking.
Add the 2 teaspoons of brown sugar to the hot coffee and stir well until completely dissolved.
Pour the 1 ½ ounces of Irish whiskey into the sweetened coffee and stir to combine.
Top the drink with 1 ounce of whipped cream, pouring it gently over the back of a spoon so it floats on the surface. Do not stir the cream into the coffee—the contrast of temperatures and flavors is essential to the classic Irish Coffee experience.
Serve immediately while the coffee is still hot and enjoy.
Comments
Irish coffee is trivially quick and uses ingredients every Charlotte kitchen already stocks or can grab anywhere: brown sugar and coffee are permanent staples, and irish whiskey is standard at any Food Lion, Publix, or Walmart. The stated ten minutes is honest, though five would be more realistic if you have hot coffee ready. The real constraint is yield—it serves exactly one person, making it a solo indulgence rather than a weeknight family meal or a batch option for guests, and it doesn't reheat. At roughly three dollars per drink (assuming house whiskey and cream), it's an acceptable treat but not an everyday pour.
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