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Irish Coffee
Irish Coffee is a warming cocktail made with hot coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar, and topped with lightly whipped cream. It’s known for its rich, creamy texture and bittersweet flavor.
210
1 glass
(180 ml)
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Nutri-Score
Contains moderate calories from sugar and alcohol but also provides some protein from cream.
Value per 100 ml & per cup (240ml):
115 kcal | 280 kcal
Protein
0.5 grams | 1.5 grams
Fats
3 grams | 7 grams
Carbohydrates
10 grams | 24 grams
Fiber
None
Vitamins & Nutrients
- Vitamin B3 (Niacin): Supports metabolism and energy production.
- Calcium: Important for bone health, mainly from the cream.
- Potassium: Helps regulate fluid balance and muscle contractions.
Satiety and Feelings
Irish Coffee offers quick energy from sugar and caffeine, with some cream fat providing mild fullness. It’s comforting and warming, but low in fiber so may not keep you full long.
What does 100 ml look like?
Less than half a coffee mug, smooth and dark with cream.
What does 2000 | 2500 calories look like?
About 13 cups (3 liters).
Daily Value per 100 milliliter %
Did you know?
- Irish coffee was invented in the 1940s at Shannon Airport in Ireland by chef Joe Sheridan to warm up weary American travelers. It only became famous worldwide later in San Francisco’s Buena Vista Café.
The cream topping is traditionally lightly whipped to float on top without mixing.
Combining coffee and whiskey creates a unique mix of caffeine and alcohol that energizes yet relaxes.
Drawbacks ⚠️
Contains alcohol and sugar, which can affect liver health and blood sugar levels.
Cream adds saturated fats, which may impact heart health if consumed in excess.
Low in fiber and protein, so not very filling.
