Irish Coffee

Brew strong hot coffee in a coffee maker or pour-over setup, using approximately 6 oz of water per serving. Let the coffee finish brewing while preparing the other components.

Pour 1½ oz Irish whiskey into each of four heat-resistant coffee glasses or mugs.

Add 1 tbsp brown sugar to each glass of whiskey and stir until the sugar is mostly dissolved.

Pour the hot coffee into each glass, filling to about ¾ inch from the rim, stirring gently to combine the whiskey and sugar.

Pour the heavy cream slowly over the back of a bar spoon held just above the surface of the hot coffee, allowing it to float as a layer on top. Use approximately ½ oz cream per drink.

Serve immediately while the coffee is still hot and the cream layer remains distinct on the surface.