Irish Coffee

The original recipe is said to have been created shortly after the Second World War by foe Sheridan, head barman at Shannon Airport on the west coast of Ireland. His recipe was rather strong, using about 2 measures of whiskey. The drink only really took off when the San Francisco restaurant Buena Vista became the first to adapt and popularise it. The addition of Kahlua is a recent innovation. Sometimes a teaspoon of Green Creme de Menthe is mixed with the cream before being floated.

Ingredients

• 1 measure of Irish whiskey
• 1/2 measure of Kahlua
• 5 measures of hot black coffee
• 1 1/2 measures of whipped cream
• sugar

Instructions

Add coffee and liquors to glass and sweeten to taste. Gently float the cream on top.

Alcohol Content: 1.3 units

Glass Type: Heatproof Irish Coffee Glass