The Chilly Irishman is a creamy, boozy coffee cocktail combining cold espresso, Irish whiskey, coffee liqueur, and Irish cream with vanilla ice cream. It's a chilled dessert drink that balances rich coffee and whiskey flavors with smooth, indulgent cream.
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combine ingredients in blender with 4 cups of crushed ice and blend until smooth.
Pour into parfait glass.
Garnish with a 3-or 4-leaf clover.
This is a fresh, on-demand cocktail; do not store mixed. Prepare components in advance and assemble to order.
cocktail shaker or mixing glass · jigger or shot glass for measuring
Yes, omit the ice cream and add 1/2 oz heavy cream or Irish cream liqueur for richness, though the texture will be less creamy.
The recipe calls for cold espresso; if using hot, let it cool completely before mixing to avoid melting the ice cream too quickly.
Pour espresso, whiskey, and liqueurs over ice first, then top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a float-style presentation.
Replace Irish cream liqueur with coconut cream liqueur and use dairy-free vanilla ice cream, though the classic flavor profile will shift.
It should be sippable with a straw; if too thick, add a splash of cold milk or reduce the ice cream scoop slightly.
