Irish Coffee with Baileys

bottle of baileys laying next to two mugs, topped with whipped cream, hand holding the handle of one mug, bowl of cinnamon in the middle, coffee beans around, wooden spoon at the side.

Irish coffee with Baileys is a rich, creamy twist on the classic, made with hot coffee, Irish whiskey, and smooth Baileys Irish Cream. It's the perfect cozy cocktail for chilly nights or whenever you're craving a warm, boozy treat.

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings Coffee

Ingredients

1 oz Irish whiskey (such as Jameson)
2 oz Baileys Irish cream
1 cup (8 oz) hot brewed coffee
1-2 tsp maple syrup optional
whipped cream for topping, optional
ground cinnamon for garnish, optional

Instructions

Pour the Irish whiskey and Baileys Irish cream into a warm coffee mug.
Top with the hot coffee and stir gently to combine.
Taste and add maple syrup, if desired.
Finish with fresh whipped cream and a light sprinkle of ground cinnamon. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Use freshly brewed coffee for the best flavour. Coffee that's been sitting on the warmer can taste bitter and overpower the drink.

Choose a good Irish whiskey. Jameson, Bushmills, or Tullamore D.E.W. all pair beautifully with the creamy Baileys.

Taste before adding maple syrup. Baileys is already sweet, so you may not need any extra sweetener.

Serve immediately. Irish coffee is best enjoyed while it's hot and the whipped cream is fresh.

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