Invented at Foynes Airport in 1943 by chef Joe Sheridan to warm cold transatlantic passengers — hot coffee, Irish whiskey, brown sugar, and a thick float of cream.

• Irish whiskey4 cl
• Hot brewed coffee12 cl
• Brown sugar1 tsp
• Fresh heavy cream (lightly whipped)3 cl

1. 1Pre-warm a heatproof glass or Irish coffee mug with hot water, then discard.
2. 2Add brown sugar to the warm glass.
3. 3Pour in hot coffee and stir until the sugar dissolves.
4. 4Add Irish whiskey and stir once.
5. 5Hold a spoon just above the surface and slowly pour lightly whipped cream over the back of it so it floats.
6. 6Do not stir — sip the hot coffee through the cool cream.