The Creation and Popularization of Irish Coffee

While simple in composition, the Irish Coffee is a bonafide cocktail and deserves to be treated like one. Helping us do so today is Jillian Vose, former bar manager and beverage director of the Dead Rabbit, and co-owner of Charleston’s soon-to-open Hazel and Apple. Listen on to learn everything you need to know about the Irish Coffee from one of the world’s leading experts on the drink —  and don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe! 

The Dead Rabbit and Jillian Vose’s Irish Coffee Recipe 

Ingredients 

- 1 ounce Irish whiskey 

- 3 ¼ ounces drip coffee 

- ¾ ounce rich Demerara simple syrup (2:1) 

- 1 ounce freshly whipped cream 

Directions 

1. Add whiskey, warm coffee, and simple syrup to a warm, 6-ounce coffee glass. 

2. Top with whipped cream. 

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