Irish Coffee Day will fall on Saturday, January 25th this year and we have the perfect recipe for you to mark the occasion with
The iconic Irish Coffee was originally created by barman and chef, Joe Sheridan, as a warm and welcoming drink for tourists arriving in Ireland via transatlantic passenger planes in the 1940s. Almost 80 years later, the drink is still hugely popular and even has its own day of celebration, which will fall on Saturday, January 25th this year.
It goes without saying that an Irish Coffee would not be complete without a healthy helping of Irish whiskey. This classic, go-to recipe from Bushmills Irish Whiskey showcases the smooth and versatile flavours of Bushmills Original, a whiskey that complements and enhances the rich flavours of the coffee, making it the perfect partner. Try it out below and enjoy Irish Coffee Day!
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Bushmills Irish Coffee
Serves one
- 35ml Bushmills Original
- 1 tablespoon demerara sugar
- 150ml black coffee, hot
- 50ml double cream
Method:
- Preheat a glass coffee mug with hot water, then empty it out.
- Pour the whiskey, coffee and sugar into the glass and stir well.
- Lightly whip the cream until it thickens slightly. Pour on top of the coffee mix and serve.
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