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{{Short description|Liqueur}}
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| type = [[Liqueur]]
| abv = 17.0%
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| manufacturer = [[Diageo]]; previously [[Gilbeys of Ireland]]
| distributor = [[Diageo]]
| origin = [[Republic of Ireland|Ireland]]
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'''Baileys Irish Cream'''
==History and origin==
Baileys Irish Cream was created in London by advertising executive [[Tom Jago]],<ref name=":1">{{Cite news |url= https://www.irishtimes.com/culture/books/in-1973-i-invented-a-girly-drink-called-baileys-1.3240945 |title=In 1973, I invented a "girly drink" called Baileys |last=Gluckman |first=David |date=2017-10-02 |newspaper=The Irish Times}}</ref> working from a marketing brief issued by [[Gilbeys of Ireland]], a division of [[International Distillers & Vintners]]
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==
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, County Fermanagh.
==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]]
[[File:2019 01 Baileys cheesecake.jpg|thumb|Baileys cheesecake served with a Baileys-and-chocolate sauce on the side]]
[[File:Baileys chocolates.jpg|thumb|Chocolate pralines infused with Baileys Irish Cream]]
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| Carbohydrate || 24 g
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| Protein || 3 g
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| Energy || 1,345 kJ (327 kcal)
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==Drinking==
As with milk, cream will [[Curdling|curdle]] whenever it comes into contact with a weak acid. Milk and cream contain [[casein]], which [[Coagulation (milk)|coagulates]] when mixed with weak acids such as lemon, [[tonic water]], or traces of [[wine]]. While this outcome is undesirable in most situations, some cocktails (such as the [[Cement mixer (drink)|cement mixer]], which consists of a shot of Baileys mixed with the squeezed juice from a slice of lime) specifically encourage coagulation.
==Variant flavours==
In 2003, Bailey & Co. launched
In 2005, Baileys launched [[mint chocolate]] and [[crème caramel]] variants
In 2008, Baileys, after the success of previous flavour variants, released a coffee variant, followed by a hazelnut-flavoured variant in 2010.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://thefoodielist.co.uk/wp/baileys-with-a-hint-of-coffee/ |title=Baileys With a Hint of Coffee |publisher=Thefoodielist.co.uk |date=2008-12-23 |access-date=2009-10-14 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091015014107/http://thefoodielist.co.uk/wp/baileys-with-a-hint-of-coffee/ |archive-date=15 October 2009 |url-status=dead }}</ref> The company trialled a new premium variety, Baileys Gold, at several European airports in 2009.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dfnionline.com/article/Diageo-trials-new-Baileys-in-travel-retail-1858794.html |title=Diageo trials new Baileys in travel-retail |date=23 June 2009 |publisher=dfnionline.com |access-date=2009-06-23| archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20090626102226/http://www.dfnionline.com/article/Diageo-trials-new-Baileys-in-travel-retail-1858794.html| archive-date= 26 June 2009 | url-status= live}}</ref> The Gold version also was marketed towards the Japanese consumer.<ref name=cases>Thomas N Garavan, Barra O' Cinneide, Mary Garavan, Anna Cunningham, Ambrose Downey, Trevor O'Regan and Briga Hynes {{Google books|zHZH4r4KZzEC| Cases in Irish Business Strategy and Policy|page=56}}</ref> 2011, Baileys launched a Biscotti flavour, and a sub-brand premium product Baileys Chocolat Luxe, which combined Belgian chocolate with Baileys, in 2013. The company released a Vanilla-Cinnamon variety in the US market in 2013, with further flavours, Pumpkin Spice, Espresso and Salted Caramel launching the following year.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.finanznachrichten.de/nachrichten-2013-10/28325770-baileys-vanilla-cinnamon-irish-cream-launches-stylish-shots-on-the-go-pop-up-photo-booths-008.htm|title=Baileys Vanilla Cinnamon Irish Cream Launches Stylish Shots on the Go Pop-Up Photo Booths}}</ref>
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==
{{Portal|Drink}}
*[[Irish cream]]
*[[Irish coffee]]
==References==
{{reflist
==External links==
{{commons category|Baileys Irish Cream}}
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* [https://www.irishtimes.com/culture/books/in-1973-i-invented-a-girly-drink-called-baileys-1.3240945 Account of the invention of Baileys]
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