There’s something magical about an Irish Coffee, especially after a Sunday roast on a bank holiday weekend. Maybe it’s the cosy comfort of cream floating on hot coffee, the mellow fire of whiskey, or the way it feels like a treat and a tradition all at once. Whatever it is, this drink is pure magic in a glass – and today, I’m going to show you how to make it the Jet Bean way.

I first had a proper Irish Coffee on a long layover in Shannon, watching the drizzle roll down the airport windows and thinking about how good the Irish are at making life a little warmer. This recipe brings that feeling home – rich, velvety, boozy, and balanced.

What You’ll Need:

Serves 1 – for when you need a little lift

• 1 double shot (60ml) Jet Bean Jumbo Jet Espresso – or 120ml strong brewed coffee if you’re without a machine

• 1 tsp dark brown sugar – for sweetness and depth

• 35ml Irish whiskey – we love Jameson for its smoothness, but use your favourite

• Lightly whipped double cream – the star of the show, just thick enough to float

• Optional: pinch of nutmeg or grated dark chocolate on top

Method – How to Build the Perfect Jet Bean Irish Coffee

1. Warm your glass
   Pour hot water into your glass (a heatproof goblet or a stemmed glass works best). Let it sit for a minute, then tip it out.

2. Brew your coffee
   Pull a double shot of Jumbo Jet Espresso, or brew a strong 120ml cup if you’re using a cafetière or AeroPress. It should be hot and bold.

3. Mix in the sugar
   Add the dark brown sugar to the hot coffee and stir until completely dissolved. This adds body and depth, not just sweetness.

4. Add the whiskey
   Pour in your Irish whiskey and stir gently. This is where the warmth really begins.

5. Top with cream – the float is everything
   Lightly whip the cream until it’s just thickened (think pourable, not stiff). Slowly pour it over the back of a spoon just above the coffee – this is the key to that beautiful float.

6. Don’t stir – just sip through the cream
   That first creamy, coffee-rich, whiskey-warm sip is pure heaven.

A Few Flight Tips from Tia:

• Fresh double cream is essential (don't use the fake alternatives)

• Don’t go overboard with the sugar (it's about getting the right balance)

• Serve immediately (the contrast between hot coffee and cool cream is what makes it perfect)

Final Boarding Call

Whether you're winding down after a long shift or entertaining friends at home, Irish Coffee is one of those drinks that makes people slow down and smile. It’s a ritual, a comfort, and a tiny bit of luxury in a glass.

Made with our Jumbo Jet Espresso, it’s got enough attitude to impress – and just enough Irish charm to warm your soul.

Tia Louch
Coffee Purist | Cabin Crew | Jet Bean Devotee