Irish Coffee

Directions

1. 1
   Place 4 teaspoons of the sugar, the whiskey, espresso, and water in a small saucepan and stir to combine. Set over low heat and stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is hot but not boiling, about 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Place the remaining 2 teaspoons sugar and the cream in a medium bowl and whisk until the cream thickens and the sugar has dissolved, about 2 minutes.
3. 3
   Transfer the hot coffee mixture to two mugs, top with a heaping spoonful of the cream, and garnish with the mint leaves. Serve immediately.