The Chilly Irishman is a cold coffee cocktail that combines cold brewed espresso, Irish whiskey, coffee liqueur, and Irish cream liqueur, topped with vanilla ice cream for a dessert-like drink. It delivers bold coffee flavor balanced by smooth whiskey and creamy liqueurs.
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Process all ingredients in blender with 1 cup crushed ice until
Pour into hurricane glass.
This is a single-serve cocktail best consumed immediately after preparation; do not store mixed.
cocktail shaker or mixing glass · jigger for measuring spirits · bar spoon for stirring
Yes. Heavy cream or a splash of cold milk can replace it, though you'll lose the signature creamy sweetness that defines the drink.
Use cold brewed espresso or let hot espresso cool completely before mixing to keep the ice cream from melting too quickly.
Use a smooth, blended Irish whiskey like Jameson or Bushmills; single malts work but can overpower the delicate cream and coffee balance.
Mix the espresso, whiskey, and liqueurs up to 2 hours ahead; add ice cream and simple syrup just before serving so it stays chilled and doesn't separate.
This is a chilled drink served cold, either blended with ice or poured over ice, with vanilla ice cream added for creaminess and temperature control.
