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{{Short description|Liqueur}}
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{{infobox beverage
| name = Baileys Irish Cream
| image = [[ImageFile:BaileysGlass Irishof CreamBaileys.svg]]jpg
| caption = Baileys Irish Cream
| type = [[Liqueur]]
| abv = 17.0%
| proof =
| manufacturer = [[Diageo]]; previously [[Gilbeys of Ireland]]
| distributor = [[Diageo]]
| origin = [[Republic of Ireland|Ireland]]
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| discontinued =
| colour =
| flavour = Coffee
| variants = Original<br />Mint Chocolate<br />Crème Caramel<br />Coffee<br />Hazelnut<br />Biscotti<br />Orange Truffle <br />Vanilla Cinnamon <br />Chocolate
| related =
| website = [http{{official|https://www.baileys.com/ baileys.com]}}
}}
 
'''Baileys Irish Cream'''<ref>The registeredis an [[trademarkIrish cream]] omits[[liqueur]] themade of [[Apostrophecream]], (punctuation)[[cocoa bean|apostrophecocoa]].</ref> is anand [[Irish whiskey]] and [[creamemulsion|emulsified]] basedtogether with [[liqueurvegetable oil]],. Baileys is made by Gilbeys[[Diageo]] at Nangor Road, in [[Dublin]], [[Republic of Ireland.|Ireland]] Theand trademarkin [[Mallusk, County Antrim|Mallusk]], [[Northern Ireland]]. It is currentlythe ownedoriginal Irish cream, invented by a team headed by [[DiageoTom Jago]] in 1971 for [[Gilbeys of Ireland]]; Diageo currently owns the trademark. It has a declared [[alcohol (drug)|alcohol]] content of 17% [[alcohol by volume|by volume]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ftc.gov/os/2005/09/050926tabaccocomment.pdf</ref>|title=FTC ItStaff canComment beBefore comparedthe toDepartment otherof creamthe liqueursTreasury suchAlcohol asand [[Amarula]],Tobacco [[Carolans]]Tax and [[Sangster's]].Trade Bureau Concerning Alcohol Labeling - Federal Trade Commission|date=September 2005}}</ref>
 
==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]]. Gilbeys was searching for something to introduce to the international market. The process of finding a product began in 1971, and production research began in earnest after consultants David Gluckman, Hugh Seymour-Davies and Mac Macpherson<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://ireland-calling.com/lifestyle/baileys-irish-cream-inventor/ |title=Inventor of Baileys Irish Cream stumbled upon the formula in just 45 minutes |date=2017-10-09 |website=Ireland Calling |language=en-GB |access-date= 2019-09-25}}</ref> came up with an alcoholic drink made of [[Irish whiskey]] and [[cream]] that, they remarked, "didn't taste punishing".<ref name=":1" /><ref>{{Cite web |url= https://www.wsj.com/articles/tom-jago-helped-create-baileys-irish-cream-the-worlds-top-selling-liqueur-1540564200 |title=Tom Jago Helped Create Baileys Irish Cream, the World's Top-Selling Liqueur |first=James R. |last=Hagerty |work=The Wall Street Journal |date=2018-10-26}}</ref> David Gluckman also came up with the idea of naming it "Baileys".<ref>{{Cite web |last=writer |first=db staff |date=2019-03-04 |title=Baileys Irish Cream: The real story |url=https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/03/baileys-irish-cream-the-real-story/ |access-date=2024-10-11 |website=The Drinks Business |language=en-GB}}</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 Irish Cream was created by [[Gilbeys of Ireland]], a division of [[International Distillers & Vintners]], as it searched for something to introduce to the international market. The process of finding a product began in 1971 and it was introduced in 1974 as the first [[Irish cream]] on the market. The Baileys name, and the ''R.A. Bailey'' signature, were fictional, inspired by the [[Millennium Bailey's Hotel|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 |accessdate=2009-04-15}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.littleshamrocks.com/Irish-Food-History.html |title=Irish Food History |publisher=Littleshamrocks.com |date=1974-11-26 |accessdate=2009-04-15}}</ref> Baileys is produced in Dublin and under contract in [[Newtownabbey]].▼
 
▲Baileys Irish Cream was createdintroduced byin [[Gilbeys1974 ofas Ireland]],the a division offirst [[InternationalIrish Distillers & Vintnerscream]], as it searched for something to introduce toon the international market. The processname is that of finding a productrestaurant beganowned inby 1971John andChesterman, itwho wasgranted introducedW&A inGilbey 1974permission asto theuse first [[Irish cream]] on the marketit. The Baileys name, and thefictional ''R.A. Bailey'' signature, were fictional,was inspired by the [[MillenniumThe Bailey's Hotel|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 |accessdateaccess-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 |accessdateaccess-date=2009-04-15}}</ref> Baileysthough isthe produced in Dublin and under contract inregistered [[Newtownabbeytrademark]] 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 &#124; 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 number of other ingredients is not known, but they include [[herbs]], [[sugar]],<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.baileys.com/our-story/|title=Official site: Our story}}{{Dead link|date=May 2021 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref> [[vanilla]] and [[caramel]].<ref>{{Cite episode | title=Liquers | series=[[Inside the Factory]] | network = [[BBC]]| station = [[BBC Two]] | air-date=28 April 2020 | url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000hr4d | minutes=59 | credits=Presenter: Gregg Wallace }}</ref>
 
According to the manufacturer, no preservatives are required as the alcohol content preserves the cream. The cream used in the drink comes from [[GlanbiaTirlán]], an Irish dairy company. GlanbiaTirlán's Virginia facility in [[County Cavan]] produces a range of fat-filled milk powders and fresh cream. It has been the principal cream supplier to Baileys Irish Cream Liqueurs for more than thirty30 years. At busier times of the year, Tirlán also supplies cream from its Ballyragget facility in Kilkenny.{{Citation needed|date=April 2020}}▼
[[File:Baileys with Baileys Rock.JPG|thumb|Bottle & Glass of Baileys Irish Cream]]The alcohol and cream, together with some [[Irish whiskey]] from various distilleries,<ref>{{cite web|title=Product and Company Information|url=http://www.the-baileys-lounge.baileys.com/en-gb/Product-and-Company-Information.aspx}}</ref> are [[Homogenization (chemistry)|homogenized]] to form an [[emulsion]] with the aid of an emulsifier containing refined vegetable oil. This process prevents separation of the alcohol and cream during storage. The quantity of other ingredients is not known but they include [[herbs]] and [[sugar]].<ref>[http://www.baileys.com/our-story/ Official site: Our story]</ref>
Baileys bottles are manufactured solely at Encirc Glass Plant in Derrylin, County Fermanagh.
 
▲According to the manufacturer no preservatives are required as the alcohol content preserves the cream. The cream used in the drink comes from [[Glanbia]], an Irish dairy company. Glanbia's Virginia facility in [[County Cavan]] produces a range of fat-filled milk powders and fresh cream. It has been the principal cream supplier to Baileys Irish Cream Liqueurs for more than thirty years.
 
==Storage and shelf life==
 
The manufacturer claims Baileys Irish Cream has a shelf life of 30 months and guarantees its taste for two years from the day it was made - opened or unopened, stored in a refrigerator or not, when stored away from direct sunlight at temperatures between 0 and 25&nbsp;°C (32 and 77&nbsp;°F).<ref>▼
{{cite web|url=http://www.baileys.com/product-and-company-information/ |title=Product and Company Information}}
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==Shelf life==
▲The manufacturer claims Baileys Irish Cream has a shelf life of 3024 months and guarantees its taste for two years from the day it was made - openedmade—opened or unopened, stored in a refrigeratorrefrigerated or not, whennot—when stored away from direct sunlight at temperatures between {{cvt|0 and 25&nbsp;°|C|F}}.<ref>{{Cite (32web|url=http://www.baileys.com/en-row/nutrition-allergies.html|title=Nutrition and 77allergies &nbsp#124;°F) Original Irish Cream &#124; 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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==Drinking==
As is the case 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.▼
 
▲As is the case with milk, cream will curdle whenever it comes into contact with a weak acid. Milk and cream contain [[casein]], which 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 specifically encourage coagulation.
 
==Variant flavours==
In 2003, Bailey & Co. launched '''Baileys Glide''', aimed at the [[alcopop]] market. It was discontinued in 2006.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/news.ma/article/9341 |title=Baileys Glide bites the dust -&nbsp;— Business support |publisherwork=Morning Advertiser |date=2005-08-18 |accessdateaccess-date=2009-04-15 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090110065418/http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/news.ma/article/9341 |archive-date=2009-01-10 }}</ref>▼
 
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 2003, Bailey & Co. launched '''Baileys Glide''', aimed at the [[alcopop]] market. It was discontinued in 2006.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/news.ma/article/9341 |title=Baileys Glide bites the dust - Business support |publisher=Morning Advertiser |date=2005-08-18 |accessdate=2009-04-15}}</ref>
 
In 2005, Baileys launched [[mint chocolate]] and [[crème caramel]] variants of its Irish Cream at 17% ABV. They were originally released in UK airports and were subsequently released in the mass market of the UK, US, Australia and Canada in 2006. In 2008, Baileys, after the success of previous flavour variants, released a coffee variant of its Irish Cream with an ABV of 17%, followed by a Hazelnut 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 |accessdateaccess-date=2009-10-14| archiveurl|archive-url= httphttps://web.archive.org/web/20091015014107/http://thefoodielist.co.uk/wp/baileys-with-a-hint-of-coffee/ | archivedatearchive-date= 15 October 2009 <!|url--DASHBot-->| deadurlstatus=dead no}}</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= |accessdate=2009-06-23| archiveurlarchive-url= httphttps://web.archive.org/web/20090626102226/http://www.dfnionline.com/article/Diageo-trials-new-Baileys-in-travel-retail-1858794.html| archivedatearchive-date= 26 June 2009 <!--DASHBot-->| deadurlurl-status= nolive}}</ref> The latestGold version also was additionsmarketed totowards the BaileysJapanese flavourconsumer.<ref familyname=cases>Thomas areN BiscottiGaravan, launchedBarra 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>
{{As of|2010}}, Baileys has its own line of non-alcoholic [[Non-dairy creamer|coffee creamers]].
 
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>
==Awards==
 
International [[spirit ratings]] competitions, including at the San Francisco World Spiritis Competition, the Beverage Testing Institute, and others, have assessed Baileys offerings. In general, Baileys has performed well, with the classic Irish Cream generally receiving the highest awards.
 
==Cocktails containing Baileys==
 
{{see also|List of cocktails}}
*Baileys Frappe<ref>http://www.recipezaar.com/Baileys-Frappe-213049</ref>
*The Ultimate French Toast Shot ([[Fireball Cinnamon Whisky]], [[Butterscotch]] Liqueur, Baileys Irish Cream);<ref name="Hoare">{{cite web |url=http://guycodeblog.mtv.com/2014/01/09/fireball-drink-recipes/ |title=5 Awesome Drinks You Can Make With Fireball Cinnamon Whisky |date=January 9, 2014 |first1=Peter |last1=Hoare |work=Food & drinks |publisher=[[MTV]] |accessdate=June 17, 2014}}</ref>
 
==See also==
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==References==
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==External links==
 
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* [http{{official|https://www.baileys.com Official website]/}}
* [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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