Irish Coffee Recipe: The Classic Whiskey Coffee Cocktail

Irish coffee is one of the greatest coffee cocktails ever invented — a perfect marriage of hot coffee, Irish whiskey, brown sugar, and a luxurious layer of lightly whipped cream floating on top. Made correctly, every sip passes through the cold cream into the warm, spirit-spiked coffee beneath. This guide covers the classic recipe, the floating cream technique, which Irish whiskey to use, and 6 variations including an iced Irish coffee and a non-alcoholic version. ...

April 22, 2026 · 7 min · Home Espresso Lab