Irish coffees

Boozy coffee drinks

Irish coffees are cocktails made with hot coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar, and cream floated on top.

The drink originated in Ireland in the mid-20th century and became a classic after-dinner beverage: We ordered Irish coffees to finish the meal.

The cream is traditionally poured over the back of a spoon so it floats rather than mixing in.

Related

cocktail · culinary heritage · whipped cream · brown sugar · glasses · beverages · sugars · pub culture · serving · Jameson · Baileys · mixing · brewing · tradition · heating · hospitality · stirring · hots

Opposites
alcoholic content

Irish coffeesblack coffee

Unadorned brewed beverage

instant coffee · regular coffee · americano · drip coffee · filter coffee

temperature

Irish coffeesiced coffee

Chilled caffeinated drink

cold brew · frappuccino · iced americano

indulgence level

Irish coffeesblack coffee

Unadorned brewed beverage

plain water · diet drinks

Family

Irish, coffee, Irishman, Irishmen, Irishwoman, Irishwomen, Irishness, coffees, Ireland

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG