Irish Coffee Recipe - The Washington Post

July 2024 · 2 minute read
Democracy Dies in Darknessclock18 minscourseBeverageStart CookingComment on this storyAdd to your saved recipesBy M. Carrie Allan

A classic winter warmer, this version from the world-renowned Dead Rabbit Grocery and Grog, a wonderful Irish bar in New York, was adapted from legendary bartender Dale DeGroff.

You'll need two 8-inch glass stemmed (heatproof) mugs. You may not use all the cream; the amount given below makes it easy to whip.

Storage: The demerara syrup can be refrigerated for up to 1 week.

Adapted from the Dead Rabbit Grocery and Grog, an Irish bar in New York.

Story continues below advertisement

Advertisement

Ingredients

measuring cup

Servings: 2

Directions

Time Icon Total: 18 mins
  • Step 1

    In a medium liquid measuring cup with a spout, beat the heavy cream until slightly fluffy but still pourable.

  • Step 2

    In a pitcher, combine the coffee, syrup and whiskey, stirring until well incorporated. Divide evenly between the mugs. Working with one drink at a time, pour the whipped cream gently over the back of a spoon held directly over each mug, letting the cream cascade onto the surface of the coffee until that layer is no thicker than 1/2 inch.

  • Step 3

    Serve right away.

  • Notes

    To make the rich demerara syrup, combine 2 cups demerara sugar and 1 cup water in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Cook for 2 minutes, then remove from the heat and cool completely. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.

    Story continues below advertisement

    Advertisement

    Nutritional Facts

    Per serving (using 6 tablespoons heavy cream)

    This analysis is an estimate based on available ingredients and this preparation. It should not substitute for a dietitian’s or nutritionist’s advice.

    Adapted from the Dead Rabbit Grocery and Grog, an Irish bar in New York.

    Tested by M. Carrie Allan.

    Published March 12, 2017

    Related Recipes

    ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7uK3SoaCnn6Sku7G70q1lnKedZL%2Bmr8ipnKxnmae2tLSMnKafnpWafA%3D%3D