Irish Coffee Recipe by a Professional Barista

Learn a simple Irish coffee recipe from a professional barista. It is a popular coffee cocktail that includes filter coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar & cream.

This video will show you how to make Irish Coffee at home.

This concise recipe demonstrates how to easily recreate the iconic Irish coffee at home, highlighting its versatility and offering tips for success.

Ingredients and Tools Required:

• Goblet-style glass (150-200ml capacity).
• Whiskey (e.g., Bushmills Black Bush, or other single malt or blended whiskey).
• Brown or white sugar (alternatives like honey or muscovado can be used).
• Whipping cream (30% fat content preferred).
• Coffee brewing equipment (e.g., AeroPress, French press, or moka pot).
• A shaker or jar with a lid for whipping cream.

Directions:

• 4 parts hot coffee, 1 part whiskey, 1 part cream, and 2 teaspoons of sugar.
• Use hot water to warm the glass before brewing coffee for better temperature retention.
• Brew 130ml of coffee using 12g of finely ground beans.
• Add 10g (2 spoons) of sugar and 30ml (3cl) of whiskey. Stir to combine.
• Shake whipping cream in a shaker or jar for 15–20 seconds to incorporate air.
• Strain the cream to remove bubbles and pour over the back of a spoon to create a distinct layer on the coffee.

If cream mixes with coffee, shake it longer for a thicker consistency.

If cream is too thick or forms butter-like chunks, it has been over-shaken and needs reworking.

Experiment with different types of whiskey, sugar, cream, and coffee beans to vary flavors.