Baileys: history, types, how long to store, what to combine with and how to dilute

1) The history of Baylis in brief
2) Types of Baileys liqueur
3) How long is the baileys stored
4) What does Baileys go with?
5) How to dilute Baileys?
6) How to dissolve dried up baileys?
7) Is it possible to set fire to Baileys?

The world-famous Baileys liqueur (country of origin - Ireland) marked a kind of revolution in the field of dessert alcohol. This drink, which consists of half cream and does not contain a single gram of preservatives, has not only a great taste, but also a unique shelf life.

The history of Baylis in brief

The ancestor of creamy liqueurs has been produced since 1974 by the Irish company R. A. Bailey's & Co. located in the vicinity of Dublin. Today, this company is actually part of the British alcohol monster Diageo.

As you might guess, the recipe for the drink is kept in the strictest confidence, but there are several verified facts and semi-official assumptions that have become public knowledge.

Whiskey, which is used as the alcoholic base of the liqueur, is distilled three times, which gives the creamy masterpiece its famous softness.

At the same time, peat is never used for the production of malt distillate, and it must be aged in oak barrels for at least three years. These two circumstances allow the liqueur to acquire an exquisite taste and aroma.

Many people explain the secret of the drink's integrity by the presence of a bit of vegetable oil in Irish cream, which allows to combine all the components of the liquor into a homogeneous substance.

And finally, the short-term aging of the finished liqueur in the same oak barrels is of great importance in the formation of the flavor bouquet of Baileys.

Types of Baileys liqueur

The names of the various modifications of the drink speak for themselves:

Baileys Original irish cream - Baileys Original Irish cream (classic version).
Baileys mint chocolate - Baileys mint chocolate.
Baileys creme caramel - Baileys cream caramel.
Baileys cream coffee - Baileys coffee with cream.
Baileys hazelnut - Baileys are hazelnuts.

How long is the baileys stored

The shelf life of the liquor we are interested in, if it is kept corked at a temperature of 5-25°C and in a dark place reaches two years.

If we talk about the shelf life of the liquor after opening, then we are talking about a maximum of several weeks. Of course, it's best not to take any risks and post the drink in a few days.

If you place the opened bottle in a cool, dark place with a temperature of 5-15°C, the liquor, due to its alcohol component, can last for two to three weeks.

What does Baileys go with?

Like any sweet drink, the liquor of interest goes well with desserts.

The most optimal in this case are the following options: creamy ice cream, sweet cottage cheese, marshmallows, cookies, chocolate, peanuts, sweet fruits and berries, as well as fruit salads with cream or yogurt.

How to dilute Baileys?

First of all, the famous Irish drink can and should be added to unsweetened black coffee. Hot chocolate and cocoa with Baileys have also proven to be excellent.

Of spirits, you can use vodka, gin и smokeless whiskey.

Creamy liqueurs do not go well with juices and carbonated drinks. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't experiment, for example this cocktail recipe is not bad.

How to dissolve dried up baileys?

Unfortunately, without loss of quality. You can try to melt the liquor in a steam bath, but you must understand that the drink is already spoiled and all the risks of further consumption are yours alone.