Ingredients
- 1 cup (240 ml) Irish whiskey (Jameson or your favorite brand)
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
- 1 (14 oz / 400 g) can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tbsp chocolate syrup (or 1 tbsp cocoa powder mixed with 1 tbsp hot water)
- 1 tsp instant coffee or espresso powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: a small pinch of salt (enhances flavor)
Instructions
1️⃣ Blend It All:
Add all ingredients to a blender and blend for 20–30 seconds until smooth and creamy.
(Don’t over-blend or the cream can thicken too much!)
2️⃣ Taste & Adjust:
Taste the mixture — want it stronger? Add a splash more whiskey. Sweeter? Add a drizzle more condensed milk.
3️⃣ Bottle It Up:
Pour into sterilized glass bottles or jars with lids.
Refrigerate immediately.
4️⃣ Chill & Enjoy:
Let it chill for at least 4 hours — it thickens slightly and the flavors blend beautifully.
Serving Ideas
Serve over ice for a cozy nightcap.
Stir into coffee or hot chocolate for an indulgent twist.
Drizzle over ice cream or chocolate desserts.
Pour into small bottles, decorate with ribbons, and gift to friends — it’s Christmas in a bottle!
Tips
Keeps in the fridge for up to 2 weeks — always shake before serving.
Use fresh cream to avoid curdling.
Want it dairy-free? Use coconut cream + sweetened condensed coconut milk!
Optional Add-Ins (for fun twists!)
- Peppermint Baileys: add ½ tsp peppermint extract.
- Mocha Baileys: add an extra tsp of cocoa + coffee.
- Salted Caramel Baileys: add 1 tbsp caramel sauce + pinch of sea salt.
Presentation Idea
Pour your homemade Baileys into glass bottles, add a ribbon, a little tag that says “Sip Slowly, It’s Christmas Magic”, and you’ve got the perfect heartfelt gift.