Irish Cream Cold Brew with Cold Foam: Because Coffee Should Wear a Tiny Top Hat
Hey, caffeine crusaders! Tired of your basic brew feeling… basic? Meet your new morning sidekick: Irish Cream Cold Brew with Cold Foam. It’s like your regular cold coffee got a glam squad and a vacation to Ireland (minus the jet lag).
Sweet, creamy, and cooler than a penguin in sunglasses, this drink turns your kitchen into a café and saves you $7. Let’s brew magic.
What You Need (Spoiler: No Fancy Equipment Required)
(Makes 1 drink, because sharing is overrated.)
- Cold brew coffee (1 cup) – store-bought or homemade. No judgment.
- Milk (1/4 cup) – any type. Cow, oat, almond—your call.
- Heavy cream (2 tbsp) – for that “I’m fancy” foam.
- Sweetener (1-2 tsp) – sugar, syrup, or a whispered promise to exercise later.
- Vanilla extract (1/4 tsp) – the secret handshake of flavor.
- Cocoa powder (1 pinch, optional) – for ✨drama✨.
- Ice – the more, the better. Science says so.
Steps (No PhD in Barista-ology Needed)
- Make the “Irish Cream” Mix (No Passport Required):
Whisk 2 tbsp milk, 1 tbsp heavy cream, 1 tsp sweetener, 1/4 tsp vanilla, and the cocoa (if using) in a glass. Taste. Adjust sweetness. Pretend you’re a coffee scientist. Lab coat optional. - Whip Up the Cold Foam (AKA Cloud of Joy):
In a jar with a lid, add 1 tbsp milk and 1 tbsp heavy cream. Shake it like a polaroid picture for 20 seconds. Stop when it looks foamy. Congrats, you’ve made foam without a machine. Mic drop. - Assemble Your Masterpiece:
Fill a glass with ice. Pour in cold brew. Add your Irish cream mix. Stir. Gently spoon foam on top. Stare at it. Admire your genius. - Optional (But Highly Recommended):
Dust foam with cocoa or cinnamon. Insta-worthy? Absolutely.
Pro Tips (From One Coffee Addict to Another)
- Use decaf if you plan to sleep this century.
- Swap the homemade Irish cream mix for Bailey’s (1.5 oz) if it’s that kind of day.
- Spilled foam? Blame gravity. It’s a universal excuse.
Why This Recipe Works
Cold brew’s smoothness + sweet creaminess = a hug in a cup. The foam adds texture. The humor? Free of charge.
Now go forth, caffeinate responsibly, and remember: if anyone questions your coffee obsession, just hand them this drink. Silence is golden. ☕️
(Recipe approved by coffee snobs and sleepy humans everywhere.)
P.S. If you accidentally drink two, we recommend spill-proof yoga pants. You’re welcome.
