Creamy Whiskey Delight

This decadent, boozy coffee cocktail is the perfect way to round off a dinner party or add a touch of indulgence to a casual evening. Experiment with different spirits like bourbon, cognac, dark rum, or amaretto to create a personalized twist. Topped with a layer of lightly whipped cream and a generous grating of nutmeg, it's a comforting and luxurious treat for any occasion.

Creamy Whiskey Delight

A decadent, boozy coffee cocktail with Irish whiskey, sugar, freshly brewed coffee, and a layer of chilled double cream, topped with a grating of nutmeg.

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Ingredients

  • 1.70 oz Irish whiskey (or use a blended scotch)
  • 2 tsp brown sugar
  • 5-7 oz freshly brewed black coffee
  • 1.70-3.40 oz double cream, chilled
  • Nutmeg, a generous grating

Instructions

  1. Fill a heatproof glass with hot water and rinse out.
  2. Pour the whiskey into the glass, add the sugar, and mix until the sugar has dissolved.
  3. Add the coffee and stir.
  4. Lightly whip the cream until slightly thickened.
  5. Very slowly pour the cream over the back of a teaspoon into the glass so that it floats on top of the coffee in a layer.
  6. Grate a little nutmeg on top and serve.