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Liquor lovers must have heard of Baileys. This drink perfectly combines two main components – whiskey and cream. It appeared in 1974 and in a few decades has become one of the most famous liqueurs in the world. Attempts by other manufacturers to repeat the success failed, Baileys remains unique.
Baileys (Russian “Beilis” or “Baileys”) is a sweet Irish cream liqueur with a strength of 17%. Produced by mixing triple distilled whiskey and fresh cream, followed by the addition of caramel, vanilla, vegetable oil and cocoa, does not contain preservatives. Some varieties of liquor also contain mint, coffee and chocolate.
Types of Baileys liqueur
- Baileys The Original – the usual creamy version without additives;
- Baileys Mint Chocolate – with mint and chocolate;
- Baileys Creme Caramel – caramel version;
- Baileys Coffee – with coffee.
When you first get acquainted with this liqueur, I advise you to remember the 5 rules for its use:
1. Delivery time
Baileys belongs to the classic digestifs – drinks served after meals, the task of which is to promote the absorption of food. It is appropriate to put it on the table at the very end of the meal, along with dessert dishes. Baileys is rarely used as a drink for the whole evening, as it is combined only with a sweet snack.
2. Dishes
In its pure form, Baileys is correct to drink from liquor glasses with a volume of 25-30 ml (pictured). If the liqueur is served with ice or mixed with other drinks, then it is poured into larger wine or martini glasses.
3. Temperature
Baileys is served at room temperature (18-20°C). You can put a few ice cubes in the glass to cool it down, but the liquor bottle itself is not cooled.
4. Combination with other drinks
Baileys is added to unsweetened coffee, in which case the liquor replaces cream and sugar, additionally giving the coffee a slight alcoholic tinge.
Baileys can be mixed with spirits that have a neutral taste, such as vodka and gin. This combination is more suitable for men who do not like the excessive sweetness of Baileys. By adding vodka or gin to this liquor, you will simultaneously raise the strength of the drink and make it not so sweet.
Baileys should not be diluted with juices, mineral water and soda, otherwise, under the influence of acid and carbon dioxide, the cream will immediately curdle and the liquor will become tasteless.
5. Dishes
Baileys can be eaten with any desserts. The best option is creamy ice cream, which perfectly complements the taste of liquor. From fruits, you can serve bananas and strawberries with cream. Also, Baileys liqueur goes well with grated chocolate, marshmallows, cookies, peanuts and sweet cottage cheese.
Recently, it has become fashionable to eat Baileys with fruit salads seasoned with yogurt or cream.
Baileys cocktails
This liquor is drunk not only in its pure form, on the basis of it you can cook several delicious mixes at home.
1. B-52
Video recipe.
2. Baileys smoothie
Composition:
- cream – 50 ml;
- coffee liqueur – 50 ml;
- Baileys – 100 ml;
- liqueur “Lawyer” – 50 ml;
- bananas – 3 pieces.
Preparation: peel the bananas and cut them into slices. Blend all the ingredients in a blender and pour the drink into a martini glass. Top the cocktail can be decorated with grated chocolate.
3. Baileys with coffee
A delicious refreshing cocktail that gives you a boost of energy in the summer.
Composition:
- creamy ice cream – 100 g;
- Baileys – 30 ml;
- cold strong coffee – 100 ml.
Preparation: Whisk all the ingredients in a blender, pour into a glass. Drink through a straw.
