Description
Irish whiskey mingles with rich coffee in The Dead Rabbit Irish Coffee, a classic cocktail celebrating Dublin’s spirited heritage. Smooth warmth and robust flavors blend seamlessly, inviting you to savor a delightful liquid journey through Ireland’s renowned drinking culture.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Spirits:
- 1.5 ounces (45 milliliters) Irish whiskey (e.g., Jameson or Bushmills)
Coffee Component:
- 4 ounces (120 milliliters) freshly brewed hot coffee
Sweeteners and Toppings:
- 0.75 ounces (22 milliliters) Demerara syrup (or substitute with brown sugar syrup)
- Freshly whipped cream, lightly whipped (enough to float on top)
Instructions
- Warm the serving glass thoroughly by filling it with steaming water, then carefully pour out the water to ensure the glass is heated.
- Pour Irish whiskey and Demerara syrup directly into the preheated glass, creating a rich base for the cocktail.
- Slowly cascade freshly brewed hot coffee into the glass, leaving a small space at the top for the cream layer, and blend the ingredients gently with a bar spoon.
- Craft a luxurious cream topping by carefully positioning a spoon’s curved back facing upward and delicately streaming whipped cream over it, allowing the cream to elegantly float atop the coffee without penetrating the liquid beneath.
- Present the Irish coffee immediately, ensuring the distinct layers remain visually appealing and the temperature remains optimal for maximum flavor enjoyment.
Notes
- Warming the glass beforehand ensures the coffee stays hot and prevents rapid temperature drop, maintaining the perfect drinking experience.
- Use high-quality Irish whiskey like Jameson or Redbreast for a richer, more authentic flavor profile that elevates the entire drink.
- Creating a smooth whipped cream layer requires gently pouring over the back of a spoon, allowing it to delicately rest on top without mixing with the coffee.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or almond-based whipped topping to accommodate different dietary preferences while maintaining a luxurious texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Coffee
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg