From Sparrow’s specialty brunch cocktail list, the Irish Coffee is a warming weekend classic, locally roasted coffee laced with Irish whiskey and finished with a cap of whip ($13). Brunch runs weekends from 10 AM to 2 PM in Kirkland’s Juanita neighborhood.
About Irish Coffee
We build this the honest way, with Bushmills Irish whiskey and locally roasted Armistice coffee, topped with fresh whip. Armistice is a local roaster, so the coffee in this glass has real Eastside character rather than something generic out of a can. It is the kind of drink that turns a gray Kirkland morning into a reason to linger over brunch, equal parts pick-me-up and comfort. Irish coffee is a timeless brunch order for good reason, and using a local roaster’s beans is our small way of giving the classic a sense of place. Served warm with that cloud of whip on top, it is hard to beat on a cool Pacific Northwest weekend.
Tasting Notes
Deep, roasty coffee meets the smooth, mellow warmth of Bushmills, with the whip melting in to soften the edges. Lightly sweet, warming, and aromatic from the first sip to the last, it finishes clean and cozy without being cloying.
What to Pair It With
Coffee and breakfast were made for each other. From the Sparrow menu, enjoy the Irish Coffee with the Cinnamon French Toast, a plate of Fried Chicken and Waffles, or some doughnut holes. It is also a great way to round out a savory brunch like the Duck Confit Hash, doing the work of both coffee and dessert.
Frequently Asked Questions
What coffee is used in Sparrow’s Irish Coffee?
It is made with locally roasted Armistice coffee and Bushmills Irish whiskey, topped with whip. Armistice is a local roaster.
How much is the Irish Coffee at Sparrow in Kirkland?
It is $13, served during weekend brunch from 10 AM to 2 PM at Sparrow in Kirkland.
You can find it on the Sparrow beverages menu next to the Classic Espresso Martini and the Silk Road To Recovery. We are in Kirkland’s Juanita neighborhood on the Eastside, so reserve a table and come warm up at weekend brunch.