January 25th is widely celebrated as National Irish Coffee Day — but if you ask me, you don’t need a ‘holiday’ to enjoy coffee or cocktails. However, if you do want to get in the spirit, these cozy coffee cocktails are rich, cozy, and brimming with a touch of Irish charm. Whether you prefer the classic blend of hot coffee, smooth Irish whiskey, and a cloud of whipped cream or enjoy giving tradition a creative twist, there’s a Irish Coffee-inspired cocktail waiting for everyone to sip on today. The biggest decision left to make is which to make. Here’s a few simple Irish Coffee Day cocktails you can easily whip up at home.
Muff Irish Coffee
Enjoy a balanced Irish coffee where Muff Irish Whiskey and Galliano create depth, complexity, and a lingering finish. The experts at Muff Irish Whiskey recommend lightly whipping the heavy cream until frothy and pourable and remember not to overwhip. A whisk, shaker (no ice), or milk frother works well.
Ingredients
- 1 oz Muff Irish Whiskey
- 0.5 oz Galliano Espresso Liqueur
- 6 oz Freshly Brewed Hot Coffee
- 1-2 tsp Brown Sugar
- Heavy Cream (for topping)
- Garnish: Cocoa Powder
Method
- Brew a strong cup of hot coffee.
- In a heatproof glass, add all ingredients. Pour the hot coffee into the glass and stir gently to mix.
- Top with Cream: Carefully pour heavy cream over the back of a spoon to float it on top of the coffee.
- Sprinkle cocoa powder on top for garnish.
Rummy Whipped Coffee
This spiked version of the regular whipped coffee is anytime “yes” for me, but especially on Irish Coffee Day.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Rummy Whipped Coffee*
- 2 oz Kōloa Kaua’i Coffee Rum
- 1 oz Hot Water
- 1 oz Instant Coffee
- 1 oz Honey
- 4 oz Mac Nut Milk
- Garnish: Whipped Coffee
Method
- In a tall bowl, add water, coffee, and honey. Whip on high speed with a hand mixer until the mixture is fluffy and light.
- In a chilled glass, slowly, pour Kōloa Kaua’i Coffee Rum, then ice and milk last.
- Top with whipped coffee. When creating layered cocktails, use a bar spoon to keep the layers from mixing.
Tia Irish Coffee
“The Tia Irish Coffee is a perfect pick me up to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day or even to just warm up on a cooler day,” says Clint Spotleson, Global Advocacy & Engagement Manager at Disaronno International USA.” The Tia Maria gives an added richness and subtle vanilla notes to the coffee, which when combined with a great Irish Whiskey like The Busker, makes for a delightful sip day or night,” he shares. Spotleson says this Irish coffee drink is best enjoyed with a fabulous dessert or a nightcap to accent your day.
Ingredients
- 1 oz Tia Maria Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur
- 1 oz The Busker Blend Irish Whiskey
- 1 oz Freshly Brewed Hot Coffee
- Heavy Cream (for topping)
- Garnish: Grated Nutmeg
Method
- Brew a strong cup of hot coffee.
- In a heatproof glass, add all ingredients.
- Pour the hot coffee into the glass and stir gently to mix. Top with Cream: Carefully pour heavy cream over the back of a spoon to float it on top of the coffee.
- Garnish with grated nutmeg.
