Yes, please.
A couple of jobs ago, way back in another life, I had the fortune to work with some of the most amazing people. Coming from much smaller companies (like 4 people in the office small), it was such a revelation to work for a 150+ employee company with a deeply rooted company culture and insane love for celebrating all the "fun" holidays in true style. St. Patrick's Day was, by far, the best of the best.
Every year a group of us would come together and deck out the patio in green silliness and serve Irish coffees to the masses. It was insane. And fun. And some of the best memories I have of working there. It's also where I discovered my love for whiskey. Yes, whiskey. I'd never had an Irish coffee prior to working here and, let me tell you, I knew right off the bat that hot coffee plus booze and whipped cream was going to reek havoc on my stomach so I always avoided it and went for a straight whiskey. For reals.
From what I hear from friends still working there, they're gearing up for the annual event already. Its fun to think about any new hires that will be experiencing this for the first time, along with the old timers who know and appreciate what an awesome day the 17th is.
In honor of this time honored tradition, I thought I'd try something different. Rather than recreating an Irish coffee in cupcake form, I thought I'd go another route and make something that would pair well with it. I give you my Jameson cake...
This moist yellow cake is infused with Jameson three ways: in the cake batter, brushed with a syrup while still hot and then crowned with a glaze once cooled. It's wonderfully fragrant and great for anyone that loves whiskey or a traditional rum cake.
I just love a good bundt cake. When done well, they're absolute perfection and can be enjoyed any time of the day. I especially love how simple they are, they don't require much beyond a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of glaze. Hell, most of the time you don't even need a plate or fork, just a napkin and you're good to go. (And, no, the irony is not lost on me that I photographed a slice on a plate. With a fork.)
This cake is not to be missed. Not too sweet, but just decadent enough to satisfy the palate. I'm offering the cake in two sizes, full 9" and half 6", and hope you'll consider ordering one.
If, however, cupcakes are more your speed, I can also make coffee infused chocolate cupcakes with Baileys buttercream, just drop me a line.
Happy St. Patrick's Day everyone!
And please drink responsibly ;)
