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    A Full Living » Blog » Bourbon and Whiskey

    Published: Feb 24, 2023 by Briana · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Baileys Coffee Recipe

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    Enjoy the rich and warming flavor of Baileys with this Baileys Coffee Recipe! Perfect for cold nights in front of the fire, this great drink is a combination of freshly brewed coffee, Baileys Irish cream, and Irish whiskey. It's one of the best ways to enjoy the colder months, the holidays, or to celebrate St. Patty's Day!

    Baileys coffee recipe in a footed mug with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

    This tasty Irish coffee recipe is easy to follow and customize! It comes together in a total time of 7 minutes. It's one of the best things to make in the cold months or as a delicious after-dinner drink.

    Looking for more delicious coffee recipes? Try this creamy espresso martini, this hot miel, or this maple latte!

    If you're looking for more items to add to a St. Patrick's Day menu, we'd suggest our Instant Pot corned beef and cabbage, this slow cooker Irish stew, this Dutch oven corned beef and cabbage, or serve it with this corned beef hash and eggs for a St. Patty's Day brunch!

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    • ❤️Why we love this recipe
    • ☕️Ingredients
    • ✨Substitutions & variations
    • 🔪Prep work
    • 📋Instructions
    • ✨Tips & tricks
    • 💭Frequently Asked Questions
    • More Recipes To Consider
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Community

    ❤️Why we love this recipe

    • Creamy and smooth: This recipe makes a creamy texture that is smooth and sure to make this a favorite.
    • Warm and comforting: The warm coffee and the rich Baileys come together for a cozy and enjoyable experience that is sure to warm you up.
    • Easy to make: This recipe is super easy to make, as you only need a few ingredients that are pretty accessible at your local grocery store.
    • Customizable: You can top the recipe or swap the ingredients with a variety of options to make a unique and amazing drink!
    • Perfect for coffee lovers: Whether you make a fresh pot of coffee or a french press, any coffee will do for this recipe. Take your favorite coffee and use it in this recipe!

    ☕️Ingredients

    Here are the ingredients we used for this recipe. You can find more information for substitutions below.

    ingredients for baileys coffee recipe standing side by side together.
    • Baileys original Irish Cream
    • Freshly brewed coffee
    • Irish whiskey - Jameson Irish Whiskey is a popular choice, you can omit extra whiskey if you like.
    • Whipped cream (optional)

    Visit the recipe card for the full quantities and nutritional information.

    ✨Substitutions & variations

    Here are a few suggestions on additional flavors to try, or simple variations to this recipe.

    • Non-alcoholic - Swap your whiskey for a non-alcoholic alternative and swap Baileys with a non-alcoholic Irish cream flavor (affiliate link).
    • Less alcohol - You can omit the Irish whiskey if you'd like for the drink to be a little less boozy.
    • Decaf - Want the flavor of coffee without the caffeine? Try using decaf!
    • Baileys Iced Coffee - Use cold brew coffee or add ice cubes to this recipe to have a cooled coffee drink.
    • More creamy - Replace the whipped cream with ice cream, heavy cream, or half and half. Cool whip and vanilla ice cream is a great choice. You can also use whipped coconut cream for a non-dairy option.
    • Dairy-free - Use Baileys Almande for a dairy-free option.
    • Hot chocolate flavor - Use hot chocolate instead of regular coffee for holiday variation.
    • Dark chocolate - Sprinkle cocoa powder over the whipped cream, replace the cream with chocolate ice cream, or top with chocolate syrup!
    • Caramel - You can easily add caramel syrup on top or in the drink.
    • Spiced - Add warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, or cloves for a cozy flavor.
    • Mint - Mint is a popular choice to pair with Irish whiskey, especially during St. Patrick's Day! Add a little mint extract or syrup to go with this drink.

    🔪Prep work

    • Brew your coffee according to your favorite method.
    • Measure out all ingredients.

    📋Instructions

    In a footed mug, add the whiskey. (Image 1)

    Shot of jameson being poured into a footed mug.

    Next, add the hot coffee. (Image 2)

    Brewed coffee poured into mug with jameson whiskey.

    Pour in the Baileys Irish cream. (Image 3)

    Baileys irish cream being poured into a mug.

    You should have a little room to add the whipped cream. (Image 4)

    Adding whipped cream to irish coffee.

    Garnish with chocolate shavings and enjoy!

    Baileys coffee recipe in a footed mug with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

    ✨Tips & tricks

    • Use freshly brewed coffee. Freshly brewed coffee is a great way to keep your drink warm and preserve the flavor for as long as possible..
    • Warm the glass. Warm the glass by rinsing it with hot water to keep the drink warmer longer.

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    💭Frequently Asked Questions

    How to store the leftovers?

    We don't recommend storing this for more than a couple of hours in the fridge, as the alcohol and cream could seperate. This drink is best enjoyed immediately., and we don't recommend making it in advance.

    Can this drink be made nonalcoholic or caffeine-free?


    Yes! Just replace the Baileys with a nonalcoholic Irish cream and the whiskey with a nonalcoholic whiskey.

    To make it caffeine free, be sure to use decaf coffee.

    More Recipes To Consider

    • Creamy Espresso Martini with Baileys
      Creamy Espresso Martini with Baileys
    • maple latte
      Maple Latte
    • strawberry latte
      Strawberry Latte
    • protein coffee recipe
      Protein Coffee Recipe (Coffee Protein Shake)

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    📖 Recipe

    Baileys coffee with jameson whiskey, whipped cream, and fresh brewed coffee in the background.

    Baileys Coffee Recipe

    Enjoy the rich and warming flavor of Baileys Irish Coffee. Perfect for cold nights in front of the fire, this great drink is a combination of freshly brewed coffee, Baileys Irish cream, and Irish whiskey. It's one of the best ways to enjoy the holidays, cool weather, or St. Patrick's Day!
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 2 minutes
    Total Time: 7 minutes
    Servings: 1 serving
    Author: Briana

    Equipment

    • footed mug for serving (optional)

    Ingredients

    • 4 ounces coffee, freshly brewed
    • 1 ounce Irish whiskey
    • 1.5 ounces Bailey's Irish Cream
    • whipped cream (optional)
    • chocolate shavings (optional)

    Instructions

    • Brew your coffee according to the package directions or your favorite brewing method.
    • Add 1 ounce of Irish whiskey, 4 ounces of freshly brewed coffee, and 1 ½ ounces of Bailey's Irish cream to a glass.
    • Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings. Enjoy!
    • We recommend enjoying this drink right away and not making it in advance. It can be stored for up to 2 hours in the refrigerator, but after awhile, it may begin to separate.

    Notes

    • Use freshly brewed coffee. Freshly brewed coffee is a great way to keep your drink warm and preserve the flavor for as long as possible..
    • Warm the glass. Warm the glass by rinsing it with hot water to keep the drink warmer longer.
    • Use high quality Irish whiskey. Choosing a great whiskey to compliment the Bailey's will make this drink all the more delicious!
    • Serve immediately.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 211kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 0.02mg | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 56mg | Sugar: 9g | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.02mg

    These nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy and are only estimates. We cannot guarantee the accuracy.

    Did you love it?If you made this recipe, make sure to show us on Instagram at @AFullLiving or tag #AFullLiving! We love to see what you guys are making!
    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American, Irish
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