Description
The Famous Buena Vista Irish Coffee is a rich and comforting drink that combines the bold flavors of freshly brewed coffee with smooth Irish whiskey and a luscious layer of lightly whipped cream. This classic San Francisco beverage is perfect for cozy evenings, festive gatherings, or any occasion where you want to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sugar cubes
- 4 ounces hot coffee (smooth blends recommended)
- 1.5 ounces Irish whiskey (Tullamore Dew suggested)
- 1.5 ounces heavy cream (lightly whipped)
Instructions
- Pre-warm an 8-ounce clear heatproof glass by filling it with hot water and then pouring it out.
- Add 2 sugar cubes to the bottom of the glass, followed by 4 ounces of hot coffee until it's about three-quarters full.
- Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Pour in 1.5 ounces of Irish whiskey over the coffee mixture.
- Using a spoon, slowly pour lightly whipped cream over the back into the glass until full.
- Enjoy your homemade Buena Vista Irish Coffee!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg