Irish Cream Recipe {Gifts from the Kitchen} (2024)

FAQs

How long will homemade Irish cream last in the refrigerator? ›

Safely Storing Your Homemade Irish Cream

Remember, you can typically store your homemade Irish cream in the refrigerator for up to two months. However, that's not to say that it will always last that long. Some recipes may last for just a few weeks to a month rather than a full two months.

Baileys is great poured over ice cream, and greater still poured on top of ice cream thats on top of fried bananas. Pouring warm chocolate sauce on top of that, makes for quite a memorable dessert.

Baileys and vodka go so well together, and Baileys and coffee is already a classic mix! It's so simple to make at home.

Can you drink 10-year-old Baileys? If it looks okay and it tastes okay it should be safe to drink. We had some that curdled and solidified in the bottle and even after I managed to get it out it didn't taste very good.

How should I store cream liqueurs? It is recommended that cream liqueurs be stored in a cool place, but refrigeration is not necessary. Manufacturers of cream liqueurs point to the effective preservative qualities of alcohol as the reason that refrigeration is not required.

Baileys can be easily mixed with all manner of beverages to make a simple, creamy drink. The only rule is to avoid citrus or anything with a lot of citric acid, which makes it curdle. That means avoid juices and soda.

One of life's most pleasurable indulgences, Baileys Original Irish Cream is the sweetest meeting of fine Irish whiskey and spirits, Irish dairy cream, and rich chocolate and vanilla flavors. The result? Complete deliciousness.

Irish cream liqueur is wonderfully versatile. It's so rich and full of flavour, so one of the best ways to drink it is straight or over ice, and just savour the taste of the liqueur. It's also great as an ingredient in shooters, co*cktails and warm drinks like coffee and hot chocolate.

The acidic lime juice causes the cream-based Baileys to curdle. The curdled Baileys does not taste sour, but it does rapidly gain viscosity and stick to the drinker's teeth, reminiscent of cement. For a sweeter taste, two shot glasses, one of lemonade and one of Baileys, can be used.

B&B is a classic co*cktail that combines the rich, creamy flavors of Bailey's Irish Cream with the robust and bold taste of brandy. This decadent drink originated in the 1970s ... more. This decadent drink originated in the 1970s as a nod to the popular brandy and Benedictine co*cktail known as the B&B.

Can you mix Baileys with co*ke? ›

The carbondioxide in the cola will react with the cream in the baileys, this results in the cream solidifying in your stomach which can suffocate you in high quantities.

Per the Baileys official website, you don't need to find a spot in the refrigerator after cracking open a bottle; you just have to keep it in a dark place or out of direct sunlight, at a temperature between 32 degrees F and 77 degrees F.

When you're knocking back the hard stuff: Bailey's Irish Cream served with cherries and unsalted nuts. You need your protein and fiber when you're drinking that much sugar!

Baileys can last for two years

After you have cracked open your bottle of Baileys, do you need to find a spot for it in your already overcrowded refrigerator? No, per Baileys. The liquor maker states that a bottle of Baileys needs to be kept in a place that can range in temperature from 32 degrees F to 77 degrees F.

Pour into sterilised bottles and store unopened in the fridge for up to 2 months. Once opened, continue to keep refrigerated and consume within 1 week.

Recipe Tip

Avoid curdling – I did some research as to ensure a life free of curdling and it's all about adding the alcohol slowly and being sure to use heavy cream. Alcohol is an acid so making irish cream with, say, whole milk will definitely break the milk, which could result in some serious coagulation.

How long does Baileys last? Baileys Original lasts 2 years from the day of bottling, opened or unopened when stored at the optimum temperature (0 to 25°C/32 to 77°F). For other Baileys products, shelf life varies depending on the flavour. See below for the full list.

This homemade Irish cream mix should be refrigerated after mixing so the cream doesn't curdle even though the alcohol contributes to it's stabilization. Plus, it's best enjoyed chilled IMHO, so why not keep it in the fridge to enjoy at a moment's notice?