why it works
- Swapping out the alcohol in traditional Irish coffee opens up a world of flavor combinations.
This is part of a series on Irish coffee variations, including This adventurous version with fernetand a Classic Chocolate-Hazelnut ComboHot coffee, a variety of liqueurs, and flavored whipped cream can produce surprising results and add some interest to your after-dinner drinks.
Spiced rum sipped like a hot cup of coffee jamaica bobsleigh team Sliding down an icy road…that is, with more ease than Irish whiskey. Its spicy flavor and the sweetness of the sugarcane enhance the roasted, bitter taste of the coffee. On top, a dollop of butterscotch whipped cream, which adds a slight twist on the rum, caramel, and dairy flavors of classic rum raisin ice cream. To finish, a little fresh nutmeg grated on top plays up those spicy notes.
My only challenge was making the butterscotch whipped cream. thank god i work with Stella ParkBecause she had the answer ready and waiting: simply add some malted milk powder (such as Carnation, Available everywhere) and add dark brown sugar. Quick Butterscotch Pudding RecipeIt works like a charm, and it couldn’t be simpler than this. That whipped cream is so good alone that you’ll want to put it on everything.
February 2017
Everything Nice (Spiced-Rum Coffee with Butterscotch Whipped Cream) Recipe
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3/4 cup (175ml) heavy cream
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1 1/2 tbsp (10Yes, malted milk powderlike carnation
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1 1/2 tbsp (15Yes, dark brown sugar
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Small Pinch kosher salt
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6 ounce (175 ml) hot black coffee
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2 ounce (60ml) spiced rum
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1 tablespoon (15ml) 2:1 simple syrup (see note)
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freshly grated nutmegFor garnish (optional)
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In a mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine heavy cream, malted milk powder, brown sugar, and salt. Using the whisk attachment, electric beater, or whisk, beat until the dry ingredients are evenly incorporated and the cream forms soft peaks.
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Combine hot coffee, spiced rum and simple syrup in a preheated mug. (You can preheat it by adding hot water, letting it stand for 1 minute, then strain.) Using a spoon, spoon the whipped cream over the coffee and top with fresh grated cheese, if using. Add nutmeg. Serve immediately. (You may have more whipped cream than the mug can hold; feel free to add more as you drink, or use some for the next round.)
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notes
To make a 2:1 simple syrup, combine 1/2 cup (120 g) of granulated sugar with 1/4 cup (60 ml) of water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring, until the sugar is completely dissolved. You can add the syrup while the drink is hot; Any extra can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three months and often longer.
