Ingredients: Served: Hot. Drinkware: Irish coffee mug. Method: Pour the coffee into a preheated glass, add whiskey and sugar, and stir until dissolved. Pour cream slowly to form a distinct layer. 50 ml Irish whiskey, 120 ml hot coffee, 50 ml fresh cream (chilled), 1 tsp sugar

**Irish-Coffee - Mixed Drink** Warm up from the inside out with the comforting and classic **Irish Coffee**, a perfect blend of rich **Coffee**, robust **Irish Whiskey**, a touch of **Sweetened** sugar, and a luxurious layer of chilled cream. This isn't just a drink; it's an experience, delivering warmth, a gentle kick from the **Spirit**, and a creamy, delightful finish. Served **Hot** in its signature **Irish coffee mug**, it's the ideal **Hot Drink** for a chilly evening or a cozy afternoon. **Ingredients:** * 50 ml Irish whiskey * 120 ml hot coffee * 50 ml fresh cream (chilled) * 1 tsp sugar **Preparation:** 1. Preheat your **Irish coffee mug** or heatproof glass by filling it with hot water for a few seconds, then discarding the water. This keeps your drink warmer longer. 2. Pour the hot **coffee** into the preheated glass. 3. Add the **Irish whiskey** and sugar. 4. **Stir** until the sugar is completely dissolved in the hot liquid. 5. For the floating cream layer, gently pour the *chilled* fresh cream over the back of a spoon held just above the surface of the **coffee** mixture. This allows the cream to float and form a distinct layer. 6. Serve immediately, enjoying the layers before sipping through the cream. **Notes and Tips:** * Using *chilled* fresh cream is crucial for it to float properly on top of the hot liquid. Don't whip it too stiffly – just a light whip or straight from the carton will work if poured carefully. * Traditionally, granulated sugar is used, but brown sugar can add a nice caramel note. Adjust the amount to your desired sweetness. * The quality of your **coffee** and **Irish Whiskey** significantly impacts the final taste, so use ones you enjoy! * While not traditional, a sprinkle of nutmeg or cocoa powder on top of the cream adds a nice aromatic touch. **History or Origin:** The **Irish Coffee Mixed Drink** is widely credited to Joe Sheridan, the head chef at the restaurant in the Foynes flying boat terminal in County Limerick, Ireland, in the 1940s. He supposedly created the drink to warm up a group of weary passengers whose flight had turned back due to bad weather. One passenger, delighted by the drink, asked if it was Brazilian coffee. Sheridan replied, "No, it's Irish coffee." The drink quickly became a sensation. **Visual Description:** Served **Hot** in a clear **Irish coffee mug**, this **Mixed Drink** is a beautiful layered creation. The dark, steaming **coffee** base sits below a distinct, creamy white layer of fresh cream. It looks comforting and inviting, a true classic **Hot Drink**. **Conclusion:** Whether it's a cold winter night or just a moment you need a warm, comforting pick-me-up, the **Irish Coffee** is the perfect **Hot Drink**. The combination of rich **Coffee**, warming **Irish Whiskey**, and sweet, **Creamy** indulgence is simply irresistible. Grab your favorite mug and **Stir** up this classic!