H.D.
The H.D. is a strong whiskey creamy cocktail, creamy and sweet on the palate. Heated and served in a mug.
- 6 min
- Mug
- Heated
Flavor profile
- Sweet
- 91 out of 100
- Bitter
- 44 out of 100
- Creamy
- 93 out of 100
- Smoky
- 34 out of 100
- Boozy
- 66 out of 100
How to make a H.D.
To make a H.D., heat gently and pour into a mug: 1⅓ oz whisky, 2⅔ oz Baileys irish cream and coffee.
You'll need
Instructions
- 1
Warm a mug by filling it with hot water, then empty it.
- 2
Brew the coffee.
- 3
Pour it into the warmed mug.
- 4
Add whisky and Baileys Irish cream, adding the alcohol last so it stays in the drink.
- 5
Stir gently.
Why heat it gently? Boiling dulls the flavors, and adding the alcohol last keeps it from cooking off.
H.D. questions
What does a H.D. taste like?
Mostly creamy and sweet, with a noticeable alcohol warmth. It's a strong drink at about 20% ABV once mixed.
How strong is a H.D.?
About 20% ABV after mixing, stronger than wine, lighter than a neat spirit.
What's the difference between a H.D. and a Tennessee Mud?
Both use whisky and coffee. The H.D. adds Baileys irish cream, while the Tennessee Mud uses Amaretto and whipped cream. The H.D. is the stronger of the two.
What glass do you serve a H.D. in?
A mug.