Indulge in the creamy decadence of the Irish Ghost, a luxurious cocktail that perfectly balances rich flavors with a velvety smooth texture. This irresistible drink features a harmonious blend of Irish cream liqueur, coffee liqueur, and vanilla vodka, elevated by a splash of half-and-half for a creamy finish. Shaken over ice for a frothy chill and garnished with a dusting of cocoa powder or freshly grated chocolate, this quick-to-make treat is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just five minutes, the Irish Ghost is the ultimate choice for an indulgent nightcap, a festive celebration, or a cozy evening in. Perfectly suited for lovers of creamy cocktails, this recipe will quickly become a favorite among Irish cream drinks and dessert cocktail enthusiasts!
Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes.
Add 2 ounces of Irish cream liqueur, 1 ounce of coffee liqueur, 1.5 ounces of vanilla vodka, and 2 ounces of half-and-half cream into the shaker.
Secure the lid tightly and shake the mixture vigorously for 20–30 seconds until thoroughly chilled and frothy.
Strain the cocktail into a chilled rocks glass or a martini glass, depending on your preference.
Dust the top lightly with cocoa powder or grate a small amount of chocolate over the drink for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Irish Ghost!
Calories |
453 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 14.3 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 23 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 53 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 109 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.