Irish Coffee

Irish Coffee is a warm, comforting cocktail that blends hot brewed coffee with Irish whiskey, sugar, and a thick layer of lightly whipped cream. Originating in Ireland, it's a classic after-dinner drink or a cozy treat for cold weather.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This drink is high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from the sugar and cream, with minimal protein. A typical serving contains roughly 200-300 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	210 kcal
Protein	1 g
Carbs	24 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	22 g
Sodium	10 mg
Potassium	120 mg
Calcium	30 mg
Magnesium	15 mg
Phosphorus	25 mg
Niacin (B3)	0.5 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.05 mg
Vitamin B6	0.02 mg
Manganese	0.1 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's famous for being the 'pick-me-up' that launched a thousand imitations, with its signature look of dark coffee beneath a distinct, floating cream layer. Nutritionally, it's an interesting hybrid of a stimulant (caffeine) and a relaxing alcoholic beverage.