The famous Belis alcoholic beverage - a liquor produced in Ireland since the 70s of the last century - became popular not so long ago. Still, it would be more correct to call this mixture of whiskey and
coffee liqueur “Irish Cream”, since Baileys is just the most popular brand that owns about half of the market for the sale of this drink and has been producing the product since 1974 of the year. The percentage of alcohol in it is quite small - 17%, so it is suitable for both drinking in pure form and for mixing cocktails. Many also like to add a couple of spoons of
white chocolate flavored liquid to coffee. The product exists in a variety of flavor variations that appeared somewhat later than the classic drink. So, today you can find mint, chocolate and coffee varieties of Beilis.
Alcoholic cocktails with the addition of "Bailey's"
Many popular alcoholic cocktails cannot do without Baileys liquor : the most famous from the bottom is White Russian, the recipe of which is given below, Shot B-52, Irish Dream, and other combinations. Traditionally, Irish cream is mixed with stronger vodka or, which is especially suitable for ladies, simply whipped with ice, decorated with cream and chocolate, sometimes with the addition of ice cream or, for example, banana. Let's make the most famous liquor-based cocktail - White Russian, which you can find on the menu of bars and nightclubs from Tokyo to New York. To feel the atmosphere of the night life of the capitals, we need:
- 60 ml of Baileys liquor;
- 60 ml of vodka;
- 100-120 ml of milk.
Mix the ingredients in a shaker and shake well, fill a short glass (bartenders usually call it “Rocks”) half ice and pour the resulting mixture. A couple of minutes, and White Russian is ready. Dear ladies, remember that this cocktail, although it has extremely high taste, is extremely high in calories. One serving may contain up to 450 kcal. Therefore, it is better not to abuse it.
Cooking Belis: home-made liquor
By the way, at home you can treat yourself not only with delicious cocktails, but also with the drink itself, while you do not have to buy it in a store. That's right - you can make Baileys at home. For this, we stock up on the necessary components. We will need:
- 1 glass of cream - fatty or not very, depends on your preference;
- 400 gr. condensed milk (about 1 can);
- 1.5 cups of Irish whiskey (note that many do not philosophize and add vodka instead of whiskey);
- 1 teaspoon of instant coffee;
- 2 tablespoons of chocolate syrup;
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla sugar or vanillin powder on the tip of a knife.
If you make Belis at home from these ingredients, the liquor will be no worse than the original. So, put all the components in a blender and beat at maximum speed for 30 seconds. Pour into a bottle or carafe, close the cork and put in the refrigerator. Liquor can be stored for 2 months. But the taste and endless possibilities of preparing a variety of cocktails will not give your favorite alcohol an abyss. Show your imagination: cut fruits, such as bananas, into a tall glass and add a couple of teaspoons of Belis. Liquor will only help to tone their taste. You can sprinkle nuts on top. You can also add ice cream. Just do not forget about moderate alcohol consumption.