Irish Coffee Mocktail Cream (Printable)

A warming Irish coffee mocktail with brown sugar, maple syrup, and a luscious whipped cream topping.

# What You'll Need:

→ Coffee Base

01 - 2 cups freshly brewed hot coffee
02 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar

→ Mock Whiskey Syrup

03 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
04 - ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - ¼ teaspoon almond extract

→ Topping

06 - ½ cup heavy cream, cold
07 - 1 tablespoon powdered sugar

# How-To Steps:

01 - Combine the hot coffee and brown sugar in a heatproof jug. Stir continuously until the sugar completely dissolves.
02 - Pour in the maple syrup, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Stir thoroughly to blend all flavors into the coffee base.
03 - In a mixing bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with powdered sugar using an electric mixer or whisk until soft peaks form.
04 - Divide the flavored coffee evenly between two heatproof glasses or mugs.
05 - Gently spoon the whipped cream over the back of a spoon to float on top of each glass without mixing into the coffee.
06 - Serve right away, allowing the cream to remain suspended on top for the authentic Irish coffee presentation.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get all the cozy sophistication of Irish coffee without the alcohol, perfect for anytime indulgence
  • The whipped cream creates this incredible slow mixing effect that makes every sip feel luxurious
02 -
  • Cold cream is absolutely crucial for achieving the proper float, so chill your cream beforehand
  • The whipped cream needs to be light and airy, not stiff, or it will sink instead of float
03 -
  • Heat your glasses with hot water before pouring to keep everything warmer longer
  • The secret to the perfect float is pouring over the back of a spoon held just above the coffee surface

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