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'''Baileys Irish Cream''' is an [[Irish cream]] [[liqueur]]
==History and origin==
Baileys Irish Cream was created in London by advertising executive [[Tom Jago]],<ref
The formulation of Baileys was motivated partly by the availability of alcohol from a money-losing distillery (part of International Distillers & Vintners, and probably W&A Gilbey)<ref>{{Cite web |url= https://scotchwhisky.com/whiskypedia/5989/w-a-gilbey/ |title=W&A Gilbey {{!}} Scotch Whisky |website= scotchwhisky.com |language=en-GB |access-date=2019-09-25}}</ref> and a desire to use surplus cream from another business, [[Express Dairies]], owned by [[Grand Metropolitan]], resulting from the increased popularity of semi-skimmed milk.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |url= https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m000128v |title=Last Word - Lord Heywood, Pamela Lonsdale, Sangharakshita, Tom Jago, Francis Lai - BBC Sounds |website=BBC |language=en-GB |access-date=2019-09-25}}</ref> It included alcohol, cream and the chocolate milk-based drink powder [[Nesquik]] produced by [[Nestlé|Nestle]];<ref name=":0" /> the initial formulation process took approximately 45 minutes.<ref name=":1" />
Baileys was introduced in 1974 as the first [[Irish cream]] on the market. The name is that of a restaurant owned by John Chesterman, who granted W&A Gilbey permission to use it. The fictional ''R.A. Bailey'' signature was inspired by [[The Bailey's Hotel]] in London,<ref>{{cite web |last=Clegg |first=Alicia |url= http://www.businessweek.com/innovate/content/aug2005/id20050812_942858.htm |title=The Myth of Authenticity |publisher= Businessweek.com |date=2005-08-12 |access-date=2009-04-15 |url-status=dead |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20081007072547/http://www.businessweek.com/innovate/content/aug2005/id20050812_942858.htm |archive-date= 2008-10-07 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.littleshamrocks.com/Irish-Food-History.html |title=Irish Food History |publisher= Littleshamrocks.com |date=1974-11-26 |access-date=2009-04-15}}</ref> though the registered [[trademark]] omits the apostrophe.
==Manufacture==
Cream and [[Irish whiskey]] from various distilleries<ref name=productncompany>{{cite web |url=http://www.the-baileys-lounge.baileys.com/en-gb/Product-and-Company-Information.aspx |title=Product & Company Information |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111002204159/http://www.the-baileys-lounge.baileys.com/en-gb/Product-and-Company-Information.aspx |archive-date=October 2, 2011}}</ref> are [[Homogenization (chemistry)|homogenised]] to form an [[emulsion]] with the aid of an emulsifier containing refined vegetable oil. The process prevents the separation of alcohol and cream during storage. Baileys contains a proprietary cocoa extract recipe giving Baileys its chocolate character and essence.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.baileys.com/en-us/product_company_information.html|title=Baileys Nutrition & Product Information | Baileys Irish Cream|website=www.baileys.com|access-date=2017-12-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171014003401/http://www.baileys.com/en-us/product_company_information.html|archive-date=2017-10-14|url-status=dead}}</ref> The
According to the manufacturer, no preservatives are required as the alcohol content preserves the cream. The cream used in the drink comes from [[
Baileys bottles are manufactured solely at Encirc Glass Plant in Derrylin,
==Shelf life==
The manufacturer claims Baileys Irish Cream has a shelf life of 24 months and guarantees its taste for two years from the day it was made—opened or unopened, refrigerated or not—when stored away from direct sunlight at temperatures between {{cvt|0 and 25|C|F}}.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.baileys.com/en-row/nutrition-allergies.html|title=Nutrition and allergies | Original Irish Cream | Baileys|website=www.baileys.com}}</ref>
==Nutritional values==
[[File:Baileys and coffee.jpg|thumb|Baileys and coffee]]
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==Drinking==
As
==Variant flavours==
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In 2005, Baileys launched [[mint chocolate]] and [[crème caramel]] variants at 17% ABV. They were originally released in UK airports and were subsequently released in the mass markets of the UK, US, Australia and Canada in 2006.
In 2008, Baileys, after the success of previous flavour variants, released a coffee variant, followed by a hazelnut
From 2016 to 2018, Baileys Coffee Mocha and Latte was available in cans across the UK and Europe. In 2017, Baileys launched their [[Pumpkin spice|Pumpkin Spice]] flavoured liqueur, as well as their vegan-friendly Baileys Almande, described as a blend of "sweet almond oil, cane sugar and a touch of real vanilla".<ref>{{cite web |title=Baileys Irish Cream Witches Making Cocktail TV Advert |url=https://alltvspots.com/2021/baileys-irish-cream-witches-making-cocktail-tv-advert/ |website=All TV Spots |access-date=29 October 2021 |date=12 October 2021}}</ref>
Baileys have continued to release new varieties, including Strawberries & Cream (2018),<ref>{{cite web |title= You Can Now Buy Strawberries And Cream Baileys |url= https://www.delish.com/food-news/news/a58105/strawberries-and-cream-baileys/ |website=Delish |access-date=14 September 2023 |date=8 February 2018}}</ref> Red Velvet Cupcake (2019),<ref>{{cite web |title= Baileys Red Velvet Cupcake launches in UK |url= https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2020/01/baileys-red-velvet-cupcake-launches-in-uk/ |website=The Drinks Business |access-date=14 September 2023 |date=6 January 2021}}</ref> Apple Pie (2020),<ref>{{cite web |title= Baileys launches limited edition apple pie flavour liqueur and it sounds almost too festive |url= https://metro.co.uk/2020/10/15/baileys-launches-limited-edition-apple-pie-flavour-liqueur-and-it-sounds-almost-too-festive-13428571/amp/ |website=Metro |access-date=14 September 2023 |date=15 Oct 2020}}</ref> Pina Colada (2021 & 2023) <ref>{{cite web |title= Baileys launches new Piña Colada liqueur, ‘Baileys Colada’ |url= https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/04/baileys-launches-new-pina-colada-liqueur-baileys-colada/ |website=The Drinks Business |access-date=14 September 2023 |date=4 April 2021}}</ref> [[S'more]] (2022) <ref>{{cite web |title= Baileys debuts s’mores-inspired liqueur |url= https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2022/09/baileys-debuts-smores-inspired-liqueur/ |website=Spirits Business |access-date=15 September 2023 |date=13 September 2022}}</ref> and Vanilla Mint Shake (2023). <ref>{{cite web |title= This New Baileys Flavor Is Like A Boozy Shamrock Shake |url= https://www.delish.com/food-news/a42736919/baileys-vanilla-mint-shake/ |website=Delish |access-date=14 September 2023 |date=1 February 2023}}</ref>
==See also==
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