Try the Café Clover: A Cool, Minty Twist on the Irish Coffee

By Isabella Cruz

Chicago bartender Michael Lopez of Lazybird Chicago puts a refreshing spin on the classic Irish Coffee with his inventive creation, the Café Clover.

This cocktail swaps out the traditional hot coffee for a chilled cold brew and layers in herbal and minty notes that make it perfect for any season.

Café Clover

by Michael Lopez

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ oz. Glendalough Irish Pot Still Whiskey
  • 1 ½ oz. Cold Brew Coffee
  • ½ oz. Crème De Menthe
  • ½ oz. Licor 43
  • ½ oz. Demerara Syrup
  • ½ oz. Branca Menta
  • Garnish: Fresh Mint

Preparation

  1. Add all ingredients into a shaker.
  2. Fill with ice and shake vigorously.
  3. Strain into a highball glass and add fresh ice.
  4. Garnish with a fresh sprig of mint.
  5. Sip & enjoy!

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