Baileys Original Irish Cream Liqueur

Product Description

Baileys Original: The Liqueur That Started It All

Baileys Original Irish Cream Liqueur was first crafted in 1974 in Dublin, created by a team led by advertising executive Tom Jago for Gilbeys of Ireland. It was the world's first cream liqueur, a genuine technical innovation at the time, successfully emulsifying dairy cream into a spirit without separation, and it remains the best-selling liqueur in the world today.

How Baileys Original Is Made

Baileys is produced in Ireland at two plants in Dublin and Belfast, which receive daily deliveries of fresh cream sourced from Irish dairy farms. The recipe blends triple-distilled pot-still Irish whiskey with neutral spirit, that fresh dairy cream, cocoa, and vanilla, all carefully balanced so the cream stays fully integrated with the spirit. It's bottled at 17% ABV (34 proof).

Tasting Notes

Nose: A complex chocolate aroma with hints of exotic vanilla and the soft aroma of Irish whiskey.

Palate: Silky smooth mouthfeel from the fresh cream, with a warming sensation from the Irish whiskey.

Finish: Creamy and chocolaty.

Food Pairings

Baileys' chocolate and vanilla character pairs beautifully with a flourless chocolate cake, tiramisu, or a simple bowl of vanilla ice cream. Its whiskey warmth also complements pecan pie or a spiced coffee cake.

Serving Suggestions

Baileys Original is best served chilled, over ice, or stirred into hot coffee or hot chocolate. It's also the defining ingredient in a Mudslide, and shines in a creamy Espresso Martini or drizzled straight over ice cream.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Baileys Original made from? Triple-distilled pot-still Irish whiskey, neutral spirit, fresh Irish dairy cream, cocoa, and vanilla.

What proof is Baileys Original? 17% ABV (34 proof).

Where is Baileys made? Ireland, at production facilities in Dublin and Belfast.

Is Baileys the original cream liqueur? Yes, launched in 1974, it created the modern cream liqueur category.

Explore More

Looking for more from this iconic Irish cream brand? Shop the full Baileys collection for Espresso Crème, Salted Caramel, and other seasonal flavors, or browse our complete Liqueurs collection for more dessert-style options.

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