When is Irish Coffee Day?

It is observed on January 25 each year.

How do people celebrate Irish Coffee Day?

Try an Irish coffee or a non-alcoholic version at home.

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Overview

Irish Coffee Day, observed annually on January 25th, celebrates the iconic warm beverage that harmoniously blends hot coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar, and a luxurious crown of fresh cream. This comforting drink is cherished worldwide for its unique taste and warming qualities, offering a perfect pick-me-up, especially during colder months, and commemorates its rich history and enduring popularity.

Observed each year on January 25, Irish Coffee Day invites people to pause, share the story, and bring a little themed joy to their day.

Origin and story

Irish Coffee was invented in the 1940s by chef Joe Sheridan at Foynes Airbase, a flying boat terminal near Limerick, Ireland, to warm up chilly American passengers.

The drink was popularized in the United States by travel writer Stanton Delaplane and the Buena Vista Cafe in San Francisco, which began serving it in 1952.

Quick facts

DateJanuary 25
TypeFood / Dessert
Great forFoodies, Chocolate lovers, Home bakers

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Ways to celebrate

Order one at a cafe or restaurant.
Make a traditional version at home.
Try a non-alcoholic variation.
Learn how the drink originated in Ireland.
Discover why whipped cream is floated, not mixed.

Fun facts

Irish coffee was created in the 1940s to warm travelers arriving in Ireland during cold weather.

Sources and attribution

Irish Coffee Recipe & History (Smithsonian Magazine)

How to Make Irish Coffee (BBC Good Food)

External links may lead to third-party websites.

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FAQ

When is Irish Coffee Day?: It is observed on January 25 each year.
What is Irish Coffee Day?: Irish Coffee Day, observed annually on January 25, celebrates the iconic warm beverage that harmoniously blends hot coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar, and a luxurious crown of fresh cream. This comforting drink is cherished worldwide for its unique taste and warming qualities, offering a perfect pick-me-up, especially during colder months, and commemorates its rich history and enduring popularity.
How do people celebrate Irish Coffee Day?: Try an Irish coffee or a non-alcoholic version at home.

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