Two frozen coffee drinks sit in front of some coffee beans.

The Irish Frappé combines Irish whiskey with cold brew and banana for a smoothie version of the Irish coffee. (Photo by iStock/bhofack2)

Irish Coffee meets a smoothie—lightly sweet, silky smooth, and refreshing, in this cocktail, created by Joshua Haddock, bar manager at The Nest at Thompson in Seattle. “It’s a perfect little pick-me-up on a hot day,” says Haddock.

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INGREDIENTS

3 oz. Slane Irish whiskey (or other Irish whiskey)
1 oz. Kahlúa
1 oz. Ancho Reyes Ancho Chile liqueur
3 oz. cold brew coffee
2 small slices banana
1 oz. half and half
1 pinch salt
2 droppers Bittermens Xocolatl Mole bitters
2 cups ice cubes
Garnish: orange peel and grated chocolate

DIRECTIONS

Place all ingredients in a blender and blend on high until everything is smooth and looks like a slushie. Pour into large Zombie or Collins glasses. Grate dark chocolate over the top and finish with an orange twist.