Baileys Original Irish Cream

Baileys Original Irish Cream is the flagship product of R&A Bailey & Co, a Diageo subsidiary based in Dublin, Ireland. First introduced in 1974, Baileys pioneered the cream liqueur category and remains its defining example.

The production process begins with fresh Irish dairy cream sourced from family farms within a short radius of the manufacturing facility, ensuring the cream reaches production within 48 hours of milking. This cream is blended with Irish whiskey, cocoa, and vanilla extracts.

A proprietary emulsification process keeps the cream and whiskey in stable suspension without the need for preservatives, giving the product a shelf life of approximately two years unopened. At 17 percent alcohol by volume, Baileys sits at the lighter end of the liqueur spectrum.

It functions well as a dessert accompaniment, poured over ice cream, stirred into coffee, or used as the base for indulgent cocktails like the Mudslide or Espresso Martini variations. It can also be enjoyed chilled on its own as an after dinner drink.

The combination of genuine dairy cream and whiskey distinguishes Baileys from many imitators that rely on artificial ingredients or vegetable fats. For those seeking a versatile cream liqueur with proven consistency and wide cocktail applications, Baileys remains the benchmark.