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This image shows two glass mugs of Irish Mocha Latte topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, resting on a clean white marble countertop.

Irish Mocha Latte Recipe

A cozy, indulgent drink blending strong coffee, steamed milk, Irish whiskey, and Baileys, this Irish Mocha Latte is smooth, chocolaty, and topped with whipped cream. Perfect for chilly nights or weekend brunches when you want your caffeine with a comforting Irish twist.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course beverages
Cuisine Irish
Servings 1 person
Calories 656.92 kcal

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Microplane grater
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Heatproof bowl

Ingredients
  

Latte

  • ½ cup strong hot coffee
  • ⅔ cup whole milk
  • 1½ oz high-quality bittersweet chocolate such as Ghirardelli
  • oz Bailey’s Irish Cream
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 2 oz Irish Whiskey such as Jameson’s

Garnishing

  • additional chocolate shavings
  • whipped cream

Instructions
 

  • Finely grate the chocolate using a microplane and gently transfer the shavings to a bowl to avoid them becoming airborne.
    This image shows a glass bowl of finely grated dark chocolate with a microplane grater and chocolate bar on a white marble countertop.
  • In a small saucepan, heat the milk and coffee over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
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  • Remove from heat and whisk in the chocolate shavings until they melt into the mixture.
    This image shows a stainless steel saucepan on a white marble cooktop containing whole milk and brewed coffee being gently heated.melting-chocolate-in-coffee-and-milk-mixture-on-white-marble
  • Add the powdered sugar, whiskey, and Baileys, and whisk until smooth and fully combined.
  • Pour the latte into mugs and top with whipped cream and additional chocolate shavings if desired.
    This image shows a glass mug on a white marble cooktop filled with Irish Mocha Latte and topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

Notes

  • Use freshly brewed strong coffee or espresso for the best flavor.
  • For extra creaminess, substitute half of the milk with heavy cream.
  • A handheld milk frother can make the texture extra luxurious.