Iced Cardamom Irish Coffee With Spice Blend
A refreshing twist on classic Irish coffee with aromatic cardamom and a unique spice blend
Craving a cool, caffeinated kick with a touch of Irish charm? This Iced Cardamom Irish Coffee with Spice Blend is your ticket to coffee nirvana! Inspired by the traditional Irish coffee, we've given it a refreshing makeover perfect for warm days or nights when you need a pick-me-up with a twist.
This recipe combines the rich, bold flavors of cold brew coffee made from dark roast beans with the smooth warmth of Irish whiskey. The addition of cardamom and a custom spice blend elevates this drink to new heights, creating a complex and aromatic experience. We use a coarse grind for the cold brew, steeped for 12 hours to extract maximum flavor without bitterness. The result? A perfectly balanced, ice-cold Irish coffee that's sure to become your new favorite indulgence.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Here's why you'll fall head over heels for this Iced Cardamom Irish Coffee:
- Unique flavor profile: The combination of cardamom and our special spice blend adds an exotic twist to the classic Irish coffee.
- Refreshing and energizing: Perfect for hot summer days when you need a cool caffeine boost.
- Customizable: Easily adjust the sweetness and strength to suit your taste preferences.
- Make-ahead friendly: Prepare the cold brew and spice blend in advance for quick assembly when the craving hits.
- Impressive serve: Wow your guests with this sophisticated and Instagram-worthy cocktail at your next brunch or dinner party.
Iced Cardamom Irish Coffee With Spice Blend
A refreshing twist on classic Irish coffee with aromatic cardamom and a unique spice blend
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Tall glasses
- Small bowls
- Whisk or hand mixer
- Spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup cold brew coffee (made from dark roast beans)
- 4 oz Irish whiskey
- 2 tbsp brown sugar syrup
- 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Ice cubes
- For the spice blend:
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp ground allspice
- Pinch of ground cloves
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves to create the spice blend. Set aside.
- Fill two tall glasses with ice cubes.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the cold brew coffee, Irish whiskey, brown sugar syrup, and ground cardamom. Shake well to combine and chill.
- Strain the coffee mixture over the ice in the prepared glasses.
- In a separate small bowl, whip the heavy cream until it forms soft peaks.
- Gently float the whipped cream on top of each coffee by pouring it over the back of a spoon.
- Sprinkle the spice blend over the whipped cream.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Iced Cardamom Irish Coffee!
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