Celebrate St Patrick’s Day in style with our favourite Irish coffee recipes! Whether you prefer a classic Irish coffee or a boozy twist, these recipes are the perfect way to indulge in rich coffee flavours combined with whiskey, cream, and delicious syrups. Grab your favourite Redber coffee beans and get started!
1. Kahlua, Eggnog, and Jameson Irish Whiskey Cocktail
Take your Irish coffee to the next level with a dash of eggnog syrup for a smooth, indulgent twist.
Ingredients:
- 50ml Coffee Liqueur
- 25ml Jameson Irish Whiskey
- 100ml Simply Eggnog Syrup
- Double Espresso (Recommended: Redber Colombia Huila)
- Grated Nutmeg
Instructions:
- Fill a cocktail glass with crushed ice and pour espresso over it.
- Mix Kahlua, whiskey, and eggnog syrup in a pitcher.
- Pour over ice and top with freshly grated nutmeg.
2. Minty & Boozy St. Paddy's Day Iced Coffee
This refreshing iced coffee with a hint of mint is a must-try!
Ingredients:
- Double Espresso (Recommended: Redber Café Italiano Blend)
- ½ cup ice
- 50ml whiskey or bourbon
- 2 tbsp of Sweetbird Mint Syrup
Instructions:
- Add whiskey, mint syrup, Irish cream, cold coffee, and ice to a cocktail shaker.
- Shake for 20 seconds and strain into a glass with fresh ice.
- Garnish with fresh mint and serve.
3. Spiced Irish Coffee with Pumpkin Cream
Pumpkin spice lovers, this one’s for you!
Ingredients:
Pumpkin Spice Whipped Cream:
- ½ cup Double Cream
- 1 ½ tsps Sugar
- 1 tsp Monin Pumpkin Spice Syrup
Irish Coffee:
- 150ml Double Espresso (Recommended: Redber Winter Blend)
- 1 tbsp Sugar
- 50ml Irish Whiskey
Instructions:
- Whip cream, sugar, and pumpkin spice syrup until soft peaks form.
- Mix hot coffee, whiskey, and sugar until dissolved.
- Pour into glasses and top with pumpkin spice whipped cream.
- Drizzle with extra pumpkin spice syrup.
4. The Frozen Irishman
A creamy, coffee-flavoured frozen delight!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups ice
- 100ml cold espresso (Recommended: Redber Guatemala Antigua Dark Roast)
- 50ml Kahlua
- 50ml Irish Whiskey
- 2 scoops vanilla ice cream
- Garnish: Cocoa nibs or shaved chocolate
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth.
- Pour into chilled glasses and garnish with cocoa nibs or chocolate.
5. Irish Coffee Milkshake with Caramel
A rich, boozy milkshake that’s perfect for St Patrick’s Day celebrations!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups Vanilla Ice Cream
- 100ml Espresso (Recommended: Redber Bourbon Whiskey Matagalpa)
- 50ml Simply Sugar Syrup
- 25ml Irish Whiskey
- 50ml Milk
- Whipped Cream to serve
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth.
- Swirl coffee syrup into chilled glasses.
- Pour in the milkshake and top with whipped cream.
6. Baileys Irish Affogato
A sassy Italian drink where hot espresso is poured over a few scoops of ice cream and then mixed with a shot or two of Irish cream and topped with crushed biscotti. For us, it’s the perfect date night dessert for two to share.
Ingredients:
- 2 scoops ice cream or gelato
- 50ml Baileys Irish Cream
- 100ml Hot Espresso (Recommended: Redber Brazil Santos)
- Crushed Biscotti for garnish
Instructions:
- Place ice cream in an Irish coffee mug.
- Pour Baileys and hot espresso over the top.
- Sprinkle with crushed biscotti and serve immediately.
7. Irish Coffee Royale
If you're really looking to up the booziness this St Paddy’s Day, add a shot of brandy to your Irish coffee. Trust us, it works really well!
Ingredients:
- 50ml Brandy
- 50ml Irish Cream
- 150ml Hot Espresso (Recommended: Redber Nicaragua Matagalpa)
- Sugar (optional)
Instructions:
- Warm brandy and Irish cream in a saucepan over low heat.
- Combine with hot espresso and stir well.
- Add sugar if desired and enjoy!
Alcohol-Free Alternative: Simply Irish Cream Syrup
Want to enjoy the taste of Irish coffee without the alcohol? Swap the whiskey for Simply Irish Cream Syrup and enjoy a delicious, non-alcoholic version!