DALGONA WHIPPED IRISH COFFEE COCKTAIL

IRISH COFFEE COCKTAIL … leveling up the classic espresso martini.

Step up your cocktail game with this stunning Dalgona Espresso Whiskey creation. It combines rich, bold espresso with the smooth warmth of whiskey, finished with a creamy, whipped dalgona topping that’s as luxurious as it looks. If you’re new to Dalgona whip, it’s the velvety coffee foam that took the internet by storm—a deliciously sweet and airy cloud made from just instant coffee, sugar, and water. A touch of cinnamon and cardamom adds depth, while a sprinkle of dark chocolate takes it over the top. Perfect for an elevated brunch or an indulgent pick-me-up for a late night out, this elegant drink is simple to make and impossible to resist.

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DALGONA WHIPPED IRISH COFFEE

Yield: 1 Cocktail

Author: Michelle Williams

Prep time: 10 MinTotal time: 10 Min

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Ingredients

FOR THE COCKTAIL

• Whiskey (1.5 ounces. I used Keeper’s Heart Whiskey)
• Freshly Brewed Espresso, cooled (1 ounce)
• Simple Syrup (0.5 ounces, adjust to taste)
• Cinnamon (Pinch)
• Cardamom (Pinch)
• Ice Cubes

FOR THE DALGONA WHIP

• Instant Coffee Granules (1/4 cup)
• Granulated Sugar (2 tablespoons)
• Boiling Water (1/4 cup)

FOR THE GARNISH

• Shaved Dark Chocolate

KITCHEN TOOLS

• Stand Mixer with Whisk Attachment
• Cocktail Shaker
• Coupe Glass
• Grater or Peeler (for shaving chocolate)

Instructions

TO PREPARE THE DALGONA WHIPPED TOPPING

1. In the bowl of a stand mixer outfitted with the whisk attachment, combine the instant coffee granules and granulated sugar.
2. Pour the boiling water over the mixture, allowing the granules and sugar to dissolve.
3. Whisk the mixture on high speed for about 7 minutes, or until it becomes light, fluffy, and forms stiff peaks.

TO PREPARE THE COCKTAIL

1. In a cocktail shaker, combine whiskey, cooled espresso, and simple syrup.
2. Add a pinch of cinnamon and cardamom for a warm, aromatic kick.
3. Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake vigorously until the mixture is well-chilled.

TO ASSEMBLE & GARNISH THE COCKTAIL

1. Strain the cocktail into a coupe glass.
2. Gently spoon the prepared Dalgona whip over the top of the cocktail, creating a generous, cloud-like layer.
3. Finish with a sprinkle of shaved dark chocolate over the Dalgona whip.

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