A delicious boozy coffee, Irish Cream coffee is a great after-dinner drink. This Irish Cream coffee recipe is perfect for those with an insatiable sweet tooth or those who prefer an extra kick of alcohol in their coffee.

Easy to make and with the optional for additional sweetness with whipped cream and the gentle spice of grated nutmeg, this coffee is perfect for cold evenings curled up by the fire or under a warm blanket.

Based on Irish whiskey, Irish Cream is a cream liqueur most commonly used in Irish coffee. The difference between an Irish coffee and an Irish Cream coffee comes down to the amount of whiskey used, the Irish Cream, and the sugar you put in.

The bitterness of an Irish coffee is usually negated by several teaspoons of sugar, however this is reduced in an Irish Cream coffee recipe as the sweetness is provided by the Irish Cream and additional whipped cream.

The amount of whiskey is also reduced in an Irish Cream coffee as it is supplemented by the Irish Cream which already contains whiskey. If you’re seeking an even creamier coffee, you can substitute all the whiskey out and replace it with Irish Cream to achieve the flavours of whiskey with double the cream!

This coffee, best served hot but can also be served cold if made in the warmer months, is a delicious addition to the end of any meal, either as a dessert drink or as a simple round of coffee before the night draws in.

If the flavours of Irish Cream coffee are exactly up your street, but you’re short on time and crave a good mug of it for a pick-me-up during the day, Coffee-Direct’s flavoured Irish Cream coffee is a great choice.

Blending together the oaky aromas and indulgent rich flavours of an Irish Cream but without the alcohol, Coffee-Direct’s Irish Cream coffee is the perfect choice for a cold evening.

Equipment

• 1 cafetière
• 1 kettle
• 1 bowl
• 1 whisk
• 1 mug or heat proof glass

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons coffee grounds
• 125ml boiling water
• 30ml Irish cream
• 30ml Irish whiskey or non-alcoholic whiskey extract
• 15ml heavy cream, lightly whipped
• Whipped cream (optional)
• Grated nutmeg (optional)

Recipe

1. Add two tablespoons of coffee grounds to your cafetière.
   
2. Pour 125ml boiling water into your cafetière and place the lid on top.
3. Leave coffee to brew for four minutes.
4. In a bowl, lightly whip the Irish cream so that it thickens but doesn’t form peaks along the surface. Set aside.
5. Press the coffee once brewed and then pour into your mug or heat proof glass, leaving enough room at the top for as much or as little of the Irish cream as you wish to add.
6. Pour the whiskey or whiskey extract into the coffee.
   
7. Add the Irish cream to the top of the coffee.
   
8. Layer whipped cream on top and sprinkle the grated nutmeg over the cream, if using.
   
9. Serve and enjoy.
   

Tia Maria is an ideal alcohol addition to a typical coffee and this recipe makes sure to combine the best of both Tia Maria and your favourite coffee ground to create a deliciously sweet and thick coffee experience. Tia Maria coffee makes for a brilliant dessert drink or a sneaky mid-weekend pick-me-up.

As a dark liqueur typically made using Jamaican coffee beans, Tia Maria is a natural choice to add to a mug of well-brewed coffee as the flavours are organically similar and so will sit alongside one another beautifully.

The added rum, vanilla, sugar and other spices in Tia Maria give it a delightful kick that adds a bit of spice to your average mug of coffee.

Used in cocktails worldwide, Tia Maria is a great addition to your coffee because it works so well as an after-dinner drink, or served as a stand-alone mug. The amount of variety you can add to this Tia Maria coffee recipe is limitless, allowing you to perfect your dream Tia Maria coffee.

Coffee-Direct’s Tia Maria flavoured blend combines the sweet, fragrant flavours of the Jamaican liqueur with a smooth, mild coffee, allowing you to make a delicious mug of Tia Maria coffee without the excess ingredients or the added time.

This flavoured coffee allows you to make a well-adored drink in minutes and still keep the original delicious flavours.

Equipment

• 1 cafetière
• 1 kettle
• 1 teaspoon
• 1 mug or heat proof glass

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons coffee grounds
• 125ml boiling water
• 30ml Tia Maria
• 50ml single cream
• Chocolate shavings (optional)
• Whipped cream (optional)

Recipe

1. Add two tablespoons of coffee grounds to your cafetière.
2. Pour 125ml boiling water into your cafetière and place the lid on top.
   
3. Leave coffee to brew for four minutes.
4. Heat your mug or glass in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.
   
5. Pour 30ml of Tia Maria into your mug or glass.
   
6. Press the coffee once brewed and pour over the Tia Maria, leaving room at the top of the mug or glass for the cream.
   
7. Over the back of a teaspoon, drizzle the cream over the coffee so that it rests at the top of the drink.
   
8. If using, layer whipped cream on top of the single cream.
9. If using, sprinkle the chocolate shavings over the top of the whipped or single cream.
   
10. Serve and enjoy.

Cinnamon coffee adds a tasty and warming treat to any original pressed coffee. As a spice that usually signifies the arrival of Autumn, this cinnamon coffee recipe is great for the colder months of the year or, if you’re missing crunchy leaves and frosted windows, can be used during warmer months to invoke that special winter feel.

Cinnamon’s enchanting aroma adds another layer of flavour and warmth that tempts most coffee drinkers. Cinnamon coffee has such a strong appeal because the flavours of coffee and cinnamon complement each other so well.

Dating back as early as 2,000 BC, cinnamon is a well-loved spice that has been used across continents for its taste and medicinal properties. Cinnamon enhances the taste of coffee whilst smoothing out the coffee’s sometimes bitter edges with its own deep and layered spicy taste.

Not only does cinnamon have a whole host of health benefits, but it’s flavouring can sweeten the bitter tinge of coffee brilliantly. With the option of additional whipped cream, this recipe offers a delicious cup of coffee with an added sugar rush.

Cinnamon is well known to be a ‘health boost’ spice, helping to regulate blood sugar levels, increasing antioxidants and even working wonders for your teeth by removing harmful bacteria and tooth decay!

In this recipe, the blending of coffee grounds and cinnamon sticks together guarantees a smooth blend of cinnamon and coffee with that hint of spice that’s well known to all avid cinnamon lovers.

If cinnamon coffee makes your tongue tingle with delight, why not try Coffee-Direct’s own range of aromatic cinnamon coffee? Ideal for filter coffees and cafetière use, the luxuriously sweet flavours mixed with deep, warm spice makes Coffee-Direct’s cinnamon coffee an ideal choice for lattes, cappuccinos and strong macchiatos.

Equipment

• 1 cafetière
• 1 kettle
• 1 milk frother or saucepan
• 1 mug or heat proof glass

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons coffee grounds
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 125ml boiling water
• 180ml milk
• Whipped cream (optional)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

Recipe

1. Add two tablespoons of coffee grounds to your cafetière.
   
2. Break 2 cinnamon sticks into pieces and add them to the coffee grounds.
   
3. Pour 180ml boiling water into your cafetière and place the lid on top.
   
4. Leave coffee to brew for four minutes.
5. Whilst your coffee is brewing, pour 180ml milk into your frother and froth, or pour milk into a saucepan over medium-high heat and whisk constantly.
   
6. If using a saucepan, when the milk is foamy and light, remove from heat.
7. Press your coffee once it has brewed and pour into your mug or glass, leaving room at the top for the frothed milk. Add the frothed milk to the coffee.
8. For additional sweetness, garnish with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
   
9. Serve and enjoy.