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    Home » Recipes » Spring Desserts

    Starbucks Irish Cream Cold Brew

    Published: March 16, 2022 · Last Updated: March 22, 2022 by Heather · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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    clear cup with coffee and irish cream

    Make your own Starbucks Irish cream cold brew right at home in under 5 minutes! Enjoy a refreshing Starbucks drink from the comfort of your home. Combine cold brew coffee with Irish cream syrup and top it off with a decadent Irish cream cold foam. This is the perfect drink to pair with a muffin or cookie for an afternoon pick-me-up!

    clear glass with cold brew coffee and irish cream on top cascading down

    I love Starbucks's seasonal drink lineup, and one of my favorites is their Irish cream cold brew. It's a rich mixture of cold brew coffee and Irish cream syrup topped with a creamy foam that slowly cascades into your drink. I've been making this Starbucks copycat recipe at home nonstop recently. Considering it takes less than five minutes and is a fraction of the cost—this copycat Irish cold brew recipe is a BIG win!

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    • Why you'll love this recipe
    • Key ingredients and why we use them
    • Equipment
    • Frequently asked questions
    • Step-by-step instructions
    • Make ahead and storage tips
    • Recipe variations
    • Try these other recipes
    • Recipe
    • Comments

    Why you'll love this recipe

    • Made with simple ingredients and ready in less than 5 minutes!
    • Irish cream syrup gives a smooth chocoalte and vanilla flavor.
    • The perfect drink for an afternoon pick me up.
    cold brew coffee in cup with irish cream being poured into the glass

    Key ingredients and why we use them

    This Irish cream cold brew recipe uses simple ingredients you probably already have at home! Read about some of these key ingredients below.

    recipe ingredients on table

    Cold brew coffee: Feel free to use any cold brew coffee you desire in this recipe. You can even make your own batch of homemade cold brew coffee right at home! However, it's best to use unsweetened coffee, as we'll be adding syrup to this recipe.

    Heavy cream: This recipe calls for both heavy cream and 2% milk. Together, these ingredients make up the delicate foam poured on top of this drink. I like to buy a big carton of heavy cream to make a big batch of Irish cream cold foam. Check out my storage tips on how long heavy cream lasts if you do this.

    Irish cream syrup: Irish cream syrup combines the flavors of vanilla and chocolate into a smooth and creamy syrup. Depending on the brand, this may have some alcohol added. I like to purchase a large bottle to have on hand when I make my coffee drinks. The syrup provides an excellent depth of flavor and sweetness.

    closeup of bottle of irish cream syrup

    Equipment

    I recommend using an electric hand frother to mix your heavy cream and 2% milk together. If you don't have one on hand, you can vigorously shake the mixture in a mason jar to achieve the same results. Some people have also reported using a small blender to froth the milk. Use whatever you have on hand!

    Frequently asked questions

    Is cold brew stronger than regular coffee?

    Cold brew coffee is more potent than regular brewed coffee or even iced coffee. You can make cold brew coffee at home or buy it at the grocery store. In most recipes, you can substitute iced coffee for a cold brew if you want a drink that's a little less strong.

    coffee and ice cubes in a clear glass

    What does Irish cream taste like?

    Irish cream tastes smooth and creamy with hints of chocolate and vanilla. The aftertaste is sweet and nutty. Many versions of Irish cream have alcohol added, depending on the brand.

    What is Irish cream cold foam?

    Irish cream cold foam is sweet with a luscious, velvety texture. It's a similar consistency to melted ice cream. It's a mixture of Irish cream syrup, heavy cream, and 2% milk. This mixture is whipped together to create a foamy cream that sits on top of your cold brew coffee.

    Step-by-step instructions

    This Starbucks Irish cream cold brew recipe is simple!

    HEATHER'S HELPFUL HINT
    Wait until you've made your drink to add ice to the glass. This way, it won't melt while you're mixing and dilute your coffee when you add it to the glass. Then, pop your glass in the freezer for 10 minutes, so it's nice a cold!

    Stir together cold foam ingredients (heavy cream, 2% milk, and Irish cream syrup) in a cold cup. 

    collage of two photos showing irish cream and heavy cream in cup

    Using a handheld milk frother, froth the mixture until it is the consistency of melted ice cream. Set aside.

    collage of two photos showing mixing of irish cream and milk

    Pour ice into a large 16-ounce cup. Add cold brew coffee and Irish cream syrup. Mix to combine.

    closeup of cold brew being poured into a glass

    Add the Irish cream cold foam to the top and sprinkle with cocoa powder.

    irish cream being pouring into cold brew coffee in a clear glass

    Make ahead and storage tips

    Make-Ahead: I like to make a big batch of the Irish cream cold foam and then use it as needed when I'm baking an individual coffee drink. You can also pre-mix the cold brew coffee with Irish cream syrup and store that in the fridge.

    Storage: Your Irish cream cold foam can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week. Make sure that you froth the mixture before adding it to your coffee.

    Recipe variations

    • Feel free to substitute any type of syrup in this recipe. You can use vanilla or caramel syrup for a delicious treat.
    • You can also make this drink with regular hot coffee. Simply omit the ice cubes, and use your regular brewed coffee.
    • If you don't like the cold foam mixture on the top, try slightly mixing the cream and then pouring it into the drink. This way the mixture won't rest on the top, but will flow down into the cup.

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    Recipe

    closeup of cold brew coffee and cream

    Starbucks Irish Cream Cold Brew

    Make your own Irish cream cold brew right at home in under 5 minutes! Enjoy a refreshing Starbucks drink from the comfort of your home. Combine cold brew coffee with Irish cream syrup and top it all off with a decadent Irish cream cold foam.
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    5 from 1 vote
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Yield: 1 cup

    Equipment

    • handheld milk frother

    Ingredients

    Irish Cream Cold Brew

    • 1½ cups cold brew coffee
    • 1½ teaspoons Irish cream syrup
    • ¾ cup ice cubes

    Irish Cream Cold Foam

    • 3 tablespoons heavy cream
    • 1 tablespoon 2% milk
    • 1 tablespoon Irish cream syrup
    • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder for garnish

    Instructions

    • Stir together cold foam ingredients (heavy cream, 2% milk, and Irish cream syrup) in a cold cup. Using a handheld milk frother, froth the mixture until it is the consistency of melted ice cream. Set aside.
    • Pour ice into a large 16-ounce cup. Add cold brew coffee and Irish cream syrup. Mix to combine.
    • Add the Irish cream cold foam to the top and sprinkle with cocoa powder.

    Notes and Tips

    Frothing Options: If you don't own a handheld frother, you can shake the cream in a mason jar with a lid. You can also use a mini blender or an immersion blender to thicken the mixture. 
    Storage: Make a large batch of creamer and store it in the refrigerator. Froth your desired amount prior to making your cold brew drink. I typically use about ¼ cup of creamer to froth my drink. 
    Alternate Flavors: You can switch up the flavor of the creamer by using a different type of syrup. I like to use caramel, vanilla, or even pumpkin spice! 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cup | Calories: 248kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 53mg | Potassium: 272mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 677IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Dianne

      March 18, 2022 at 2:23 pm

      5 stars
      Hi Heather, a quick question... how long would you store the creamer in the fridge? I made a big batch today and it's delicious. Any thoughts on this?

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      • Heather

        March 18, 2022 at 2:38 pm

        I'm so glad you're enjoying the recipe, Dianne! You're safe keeping the creamer in the fridge for up to a week. Enjoy!

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